Do you want to work for the first B Corp certified law firm in Ontario and feel a sense of purpose in your work?
At Barriston Law we make a difference in the lives of our clients, communities and coworkers by cultivating positive connections every day. We deliver peace of mind as we service our clients with results-driven legal advice.
Due to an upcoming retirement, we are seeking an experienced Law Clerk to join our Estate Litigation department. This is a hybrid position, based out of our Barrie office, with a combination of in-office and remote work.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience as an Estate Litigation Clerk including experience with respect to the responsibilities detailed below:
Responsibilities of this role include:
- Performing general administrative support in relation to Estate Litigation/Elder Law and some limited Family Law matters;
- Drafting court documents;
- Understanding the Rules of Civil Procedure relating to Estate Litigation and local practice directions.
The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail and the ability to assist in resolving complex problems as required.
Working in a team environment with experienced law clerks, assistants and lawyers you will be responsible for handling legal work related to Estate Litigation/Elder Law matters and limited Family Law matters. A positive attitude and emphasis on maximizing client experience is a must. Program-specific IT training will be provided through our in-house IT staff, as required, on an ongoing basis.
We offer a competitive compensation package which includes annual salary, group benefits, pension plan, annual vacation and 10 paid sick days.
If you have the required skills and background, please apply with both a cover letter and resume through the “apply for this job” link on this job ad.
Barriston Law values the benefits a diverse workforce brings to our practice. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all genders, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations and candidates who identify with a disability. If we can offer you any accommendations through the hiring process, please let us know. Additionally if you have any suggestions on how we make hiring more accessible please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected].
No telephone calls or agencies please.
We appreciate your interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
