Law Clerk - Medical Defence

Gowling WLG • Ottawa, ON

16d • CA$55,000 - CA$65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented individual to join the Professional Liability department (Medical Defence) in the role of Case Management Law Clerk. Based in the Ottawa office, the successful candidate will work with a collegial team of lawyers, law clerks and assistants to provide superior service to our client and external partners. This practice suits those committed to working at a consistent high level and with an ability to think critically and exercise judgment.

Requirements

• Relevant post-secondary education including but not necessarily a Law Clerk diploma or BA.
• Experience in a legal or other office environment.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn new applications quickly.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to effectively handle large volumes of work and adapt to new processes.
• Capacity to work independently as well as actively participate in and support a team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with databases or quality control work is an asset.
• Familiarity with legal processes is an asset.
• French bilingualism would be considered a strong asset, but other candidates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management and analysis of a large portfolio of medical defence files.
• Review and prioritize incoming correspondence from the client(s) and counsel.
• Enter and manage detailed information on files in proprietary database.
• Review and monitor files for progress and input.
• Liaise with client representatives, external counsel and team members.
• Draft correspondence to client and counsel on both routine and substantive issues.
• Conduct research and monitor developments in health law legislation and policy.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of resource database of health law materials.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
• Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!
• 15+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
• Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders
• Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture
• Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree