Personal Injury Law Clerk
Job Description
Personal Injury Law Clerk
Caring. Strong-knit team. Encouraging. These are some of the best qualities an employer can have – and Our Client is no exception. With a company culture dedicated to teamwork, your success will be valued and celebrated by all, giving you the appreciation you deserve. The firm is looking for a hardworking, experienced, and friendly Law Clerk to join their office. You’ll be required to handle correspondence, legal documentation, and scheduling, as well as other administrative responsibilities. You will also receive a competitive salary, a work-life balance, and other perks! Don’t settle for less – apply now!
QUALIFICATIONS
- Law Clerk diploma from a recognized community college or an Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario certificate (preferred but not necessary)
- 3+ years experience in Personal Injury Tort
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Ability to multi-task and follow instructions
- Positive and team player disposition.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Managing files through the legal process including organizing initial intake documents, preparing correspondence, scheduling meetings and co-ordinating appointments
- Requesting medical, employment and other records
- Preparing pleadings, file summaries, affidavit of documents, mediation and pre-trial memos, motions, settlement and trial briefs
- Scheduling examinations for discovery and arranging document production and undertakings follow-up
- Corresponding with defence counsel
- Arranging medical legal examinations, hearings and court proceedings as required
- Trial Preparation including preparing summons to witness, Notice of Intent and document briefs
Vaccination is not mandatory at this firm.
To apply, please forward your resume to Zaheeda Merali, Manager –Law Clerk Division at zaheeda@cartelinc.com
