Now hiring a Litigation Law Clerk / Legal Assistant in Vaughan.
Location: Vaughan, Ontario
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: Fully In-Person
Compensation: Starting at $60,000, commensurate with experience
Platinum Search Group is pleased to represent our client, a well-established litigation practice in Vaughan, in the search for an experienced Litigation Law Clerk / Legal Assistant to join their team.
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented legal professional with 3+ years of litigation experience, ideally with a background in civil and/or construction litigation. The successful candidate will work closely with lawyers in the management of active litigation files and will play an important role in drafting, file preparation, procedural compliance, and ensuring matters progress efficiently.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation support professional seeking a long-term opportunity with meaningful responsibility and professional growth within a collaborative, in-person environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive litigation support throughout the full lifecycle of files
- Assist with the management and organization of civil, commercial, and construction litigation matters
- Draft and prepare pleadings, affidavits, motion materials, correspondence, notices, briefs, and other legal documents
- Prepare and organize productions, affidavits of documents, undertakings, discovery materials, and court documentation
- Assist with examinations for discovery, motions, mediations, pre-trials, case conferences, and other court-related matters
- Conduct legal research and assist with case law and procedural research as required
- Maintain litigation calendars, limitation dates, deadlines, and bring-forward systems
- Prepare and file documents with the appropriate courts and tribunals
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court offices, experts, and other stakeholders
- Assist lawyers with trial and hearing preparation, including organizing evidence, documents, briefs, and case materials
- Monitor outstanding undertakings, productions, correspondence, and other file requirements
- Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date electronic and physical files
- Support lawyers in managing multiple active files and competing priorities
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience as a Law Clerk and/or Legal Assistant in a litigation environment
- Experience supporting civil and/or construction litigation strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure, court procedures, and litigation practices
- Demonstrated experience drafting and preparing litigation documents
- Experience with discoveries, motions, mediations, pre-trials, and other litigation processes
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple files and deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with lawyers and support staff
- Professional, discreet, and client-service-oriented approach
- Proficiency with legal software and document management systems
What This Opportunity Offers
- Full-time, permanent opportunity with an established litigation practice
- Starting compensation of $60,000, commensurate with experience
- Exposure to a diverse range of civil, commercial, and construction matters
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced litigation lawyers
- Collaborative and professional work environment
- Meaningful responsibility and involvement in active litigation files
- Long-term opportunity for professional growth and development
Please note: This is a fully in-person position in Vaughan and requires the successful candidate to work from the office.
If you are an experienced Litigation Law Clerk or Legal Assistant with strong civil and/or construction litigation experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity in Vaughan, Platinum Search Group would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
