Insurance Defence Legal Assistant/Law Clerk

Insurance Defence Legal Assistant/Law Clerk 

Finding a role where you feel supported, settled, and genuinely valued is not always easy, which is what makes this opportunity stand out. Our Client, a well-established mid-sized firm, is looking for an Insurance Defence Legal Assistant/Law Clerk to join their team in a role that offers both stability and flexibility. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys the flow of insurance defence work and takes pride in keeping files organized, timelines on track, and lawyers supported day-to-day. You will bring strong technical skills, along with a calm, reliable approach to managing competing priorities. With remote work options and a team that is approachable and respectful, this is a role where you can settle in, feel appreciated, and do meaningful work without the noise. Apply now! 

Salary: Up to $70K + Benefits (Based on Experience)

Key Responsibilities 

• Prepare correspondence, pleading, and other legal documents
• Drafting/proofreading, serving, and filing legal documents
• Ability to prepare various correspondence, Affidavit of Documents, Motion Records, Mediation Memos
• Ability to schedule Examinations for Discovery, various court appearances efficiently, other meetings and manage calendars
• Assist with preparation for trials and arbitrations
• Assist with docketing, billing, and cheque requisitions
• Managing files through all stages of the legal process
• Preparing special reports including gathering and summarizing data
• Maintaining physical and electronic document system
• Exercising initiative and judgement to relieve lawyers of administrative detail
• Working with various legal software
• Opening and closing files
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, stellar organization skills, accurate and quality work are an ideal fit for this position
• 2+ years of Insurance Defence Law experience
• Completion of a Legal Assistant Diploma is an asset
• Working knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and court procedures
• Ability to manage large volume of documents and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to be resourceful and work with minimal instruction or supervision
• Team-player attitude with strong communication skills
• Strong Initiative and follow up skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with Ghost practice and PrimaFact 
• Ability to multi-task and manage your time in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Maintain strict confidentiality

To apply, please forward your resume to: Zaheeda Merali Manager – Executive Search at zaheeda@cartelinc.com

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