Recovery Services Clerk - Litigation
About The Position
We are currently seeking an experienced Litigation Law Clerk to work within our Recovery Services Litigation practice group. The successful candidate will be proactive, have a strong work ethic and an ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team. Experience with litigation proceedings under the Mortgages Act is ideal, but not a strict requirement. Also, familiarity with creditor-driven legal proceedings such as mortgage enforcement proceedings in Toronto, Hamilton, Barrie, Milton, Ottawa and London courts is welcome. We welcome those who have a passion to learn about new ways of doing work including involvement with industry leading legal software.
Requirements
- Law Clerk or Legal Assistant diploma/certificate and a minimum of three year of legal experience as a Law Clerk or Legal Assistant combined with knowledge of current legal policies and procedures.
- Experience with Ontario Courts.
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word and Excel), Kofax and Adobe
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with document management software such as iManage
- The ability to effectively handle large volumes of work, occasionally under tight timelines
- The ability to work independently as well as actively participate in and support a large team.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with litigation proceedings under the Mortgages Act is ideal, but not a strict requirement.
- Familiarity with creditor-driven legal proceedings such as mortgage enforcement proceedings in Toronto, Hamilton, Barrie, Milton, Ottawa and London courts is welcome.
- Passion to learn about new ways of doing work including involvement with industry leading legal software.
- Experience with the Ontario Online Filing Portal and Case Center preferred
- Familiarity with Canlii to access cases would be ideal but not required
Responsibilities
- Organizes and manages litigation files.
- Calculates litigation timelines and ensures deadlines are met.
- Prepare, issue and serve all documents necessary from inception of file to closure of file.
- Liaises with clients, administrative assistants, professionals and clerks.
- Communicates with Court staff, fostering a co-operative relationship.
- Drafts or assists in drafting court documents such as Affidavits, Motions, Affidavits of Documents, Bills of Cost, Facta, etc.
- Experience with the Ontario Online Filing Portal and Case Center preferred
- Familiarity with Canlii to access cases would be ideal but not required
- Attends to service and filing of court documents.
- Remains current on court practices and practice notices from the Courts especially in the Hamilton, Toronto, Barrie, Milton, Ottawa and London regions.
- Provides litigation support prior to and during motions, trials and hearings.
- Any other duties as required.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
