Law Clerk - Personal Injury - 3+ Years - Toronto (Hybrid)

Lerners LLP•Toronto, ON

4d•CA$68,500 - CA$77,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lerners is seeking a Law Clerk to support our Plaintiff Personal Injury practice group in the Toronto, Ontario office. The ideal candidate will have over three (3) years of experience working in a similar position. This is a hybrid position and requires a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office. Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario and maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners’ employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service.

Requirements

Law Clerk Diploma or equivalent education and experience.
At least three (3) years of experience as a Law Clerk in a litigation environment; Plaintiff Personal Injury experience is an asset.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite and experience with legal document management systems (e.g. Primafact, OneDrive); familiarity with legal research tools and case management software (e.g. Amicus, ACL, Relativity) are assets.
Demonstrates initiative by anticipating needs, taking ownership of tasks, and offering solutions.
Uses discretion and critical thinking to make sound decisions.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.
Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding of litigation processes.
Experience working with technology in a hybrid environment.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Exercises discretion when handling sensitive information and interacts with clients and external parties with professionalism and respect.

Nice To Haves

Plaintiff Personal Injury experience is an asset.
familiarity with legal research tools and case management software (e.g. Amicus, ACL, Relativity) are assets.

Responsibilities

Manage personal injury files for both tort and accident benefit claims throughout their lifecycle, ensuring documents are accurately saved, organized, and maintained in accordance with firm protocols.
Prepare, draft, format, and review legal documents, including court materials, applications, correspondence, hearing-related documentation.
Act as a liaison between lawyers, clients, and external parties, ensuring timely communication and follow‑up.
Coordinate the collection, review, and organization of supporting documentation from clients, medical providers, insurers, and third parties.
Prepare summaries of medical and other records, create medical chronologies, identify key issues, and manage client productions and undertakings.
Assist with trial and hearing preparation, including case books, chronologies, evidence summaries, and related materials.
Maintain accurate and well‑organized electronic file management, ensuring documents are properly saved and tracked.
Implement and maintain an effective bring‑forward (BF) system to track deadlines, commitments, and follow‑ups.
Track time spent on files accurately and consistently.
Use professional judgment and knowledge of the file to suggest next steps and identify potential issues.
Independently applying approved AI tools to improve efficiency and quality of work, exercising judgment in determining appropriate use cases, and ensuring outputs meet professional standards before use or distribution.
Perform other duties as required.