litigation law clerk

Your tasks

GGFI Law is seeking a Litigation Law Clerk to join our team. This position is primarily responsible for supporting the Litigation Department and its lawyers with document preparation, file management, and client communication.

The successful candidate will

• Perform general law clerk and legal assistant duties on civil litigation files (e.g. employment, estates, construction, personal injury and commercial litigation)
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, motions, offers to settle, minutes of settlement, etc.
• Provide support to lawyers for trials, settlement conferences, mediations, motions and application hearings
• Conduct new client intake and screening
• Oversee all aspects of multiple active client files
• Triage and respond appropriately to incoming correspondence
• Request and follow up on third-party records
• Maintain regular communication with clients
• Diarize and monitor deadlines for multiple files
• Schedule client meetings, discoveries, client assessments, mediations, trials, etc.
• Perform clerical tasks such as organizing digital files, scanning, binding documents, etc.
• Other tasks as required

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills:

• Law clerk diploma, related legal education, or equivalent practical experience
• A minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience in a reputable law firm
• Experience in other legal practice areas considered an asset
• Solid understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure
• Experience with ACL, and other legal practice management, accounting, document management, or electronic filing software
• Excellent time management, organization, and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to proofread legal documents accurately
• Interpersonal skills that foster positive client and team relationships

• Litigation: 2 years (preferred)

What we offer

GGFI Law offers a friendly, collegial work environment, competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.

Pay: $50,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Other

This role is for a new position and is not for an existing vacancy.

GGFI Law is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation for interview or employment purposes.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Ability to commute/relocate

• Waterloo, ON N2K 3S3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person