ABOUT US
We are a small boutique law firm based out of Toronto, in North York area at Yonge & Sheppard.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Draft, statement of claims, family court forms (form 35.1 form 8 etc.), affidavits, notices of motion, financial statements, and settlement offers. Prepare, revise, and serve/file legal docs.
· Manage disclosure obligations: organize and review productions, track undertakings and refusals, and follow up with clients and opposing counsel to ensure compliance.
· Assist with trial and hearing preparation: prepare briefs, compile evidence binders, draft witness lists, and coordinate with experts and witnesses.
· Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date client files.
· Monitor and manage litigation timelines, including limitation periods, court deadlines, and filing requirements.
· Communicate directly with clients to provide updates, request documentation, and schedule meetings.
· Liaise with courts, tribunal staff, process servers, and opposing counsel regarding scheduling, filings, and case management.
· Conduct legal research on statutes, case law, and procedural rules to support ongoing files and lawyer submissions.
· Prepare draft correspondence, reports, and memoranda.
· Assist with billing and docketing by tracking time spent on matters and ensuring accurate records of services rendered.
· Support office with administrative and operational tasks, including scheduling, calendar management, and task tracking.
· Proactively anticipate file needs and contribute to overall workflow efficiency to support the growth of the practice.
QUALIFICATIONS
·You must have strong communication skills in English (written and oral) and enjoy reading, writing, and research.
· Law Clerk diploma or equivalent legal education.
· Minimum of 1 – 3 years work experience as a law clerk (prefer litigation, family law, personal injury, or related work experience).
· Strong knowledge of Ontario court procedures, Rules of Civil Procedure, and/or Family Law Rules.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and CLIO or equivalent legal software.
· Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
WHAT WE OFFER
· A supportive and collaborative team environment.
· Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
· Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience.
· Exposure to a wide variety of legal matters in civil litigation, family law, and all areas of general legal practice.
If you are a motivated law clerk looking to build your career in a busy and rewarding legal environment, we invite you to apply.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your CV and transcripts to [email protected] with the subject line “Law Clerk Application – [Your Name]”.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Experience:
- local in canada work experience required: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
