With offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy and Kitchener, Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners’ employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service.
Lerners is seeking a Law Clerk to support the Health Law practice group in the London, Ontario office. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience working in a similar position (litigation). This is a Hybrid position and requires a minimum of 3 days in office or as required.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintain effective BF and follow-up system, including tracking milestone reporting;
- Draft reporting letters;
- Communicate with plaintiff and co-defendant counsel to obtain productions;
- Index records in Relativity;
- Review and summarize records;
- Manage productions and medical records in Relativity;
- Draft affidavits of documents;
- Identify and retain experts;
- Draft correspondence to and schedule meetings with experts and prepare materials for their review;
- Review discovery transcripts and follow up for undertakings;
- Satisfy client undertakings;
- All aspects of Trial and Regulatory Hearing preparation;
- Draft all closing documents;
- Assist with budgets and fee estimates;
- Arrange independent medical evaluations/assessments; and
- Arrange surveillance.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience is preferred.
- Experience in Health Law is an asset.
- Working knowledge of Relativity and ACL is an asset.
- A keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- A strong work ethic.
- The ability to work effectively on a team and individually.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Experience with technology and working in a remote/ hybrid environment.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.
Benefits of Working at Lerners:
Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding.
Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package:
Salary:
Commensurate with skill level and years of experience.
Benefits:
- Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision Care
- LTD insurance
- Life insurance
- Parking/Transit reimbursement
- RRSP matching program
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Referral Bonus
- Employee Assistance Program
