Law Clerk - Ottawa, Canada - Gowling WLG

Gowling WLG

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

ABOUT GOWLING WLG
At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people.

As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered.

We are guided by our firm's Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm's core values.

We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences.

Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

PROFILE

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented individual to join the Advocacy department (Medical Defence) in the role of Case Management
Law Clerk.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Relevant postsecondary education including but not necessarily a Law Clerk diploma or BA.
Experience in a legal or other office environment. Experience with databases or quality control work is an asset.
Familiarity with legal processes is an asset.
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.
Fluency in written and oral English communication skills is essential; French bilingualism would be considered a strong asset.

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.