Law Clerk, Commercial Litigation - Toronto, Canada - Miller Thomson LLP

Miller Thomson LLP

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

We are looking for a
Law Clerk, Commercial Litigation to join our
Toronto office.
This role could have a hybrid or fully remote work schedule

The Commercial Litigation Law Clerk/Paralegal is a key team member, responsible for assisting the lawyers in their assigned practice group to manage assignments and priorities to ensure deadlines are met and files are continuously and consistently moving forward.

An individual who is responsive, intelligent, resourceful, and possesses a professional attitude with great client service skills is key to this role and paramount to the firm achieving success for its clients.

Keys Responsibilities:

Drafting & Revising_
Draft Court documents related to pleadings, discovery plans, mediation memos, motion materials, affidavits of documents, costs outlines, and settlement documents;
Draft various correspondence to all levels of Court, opposing counsel and external parties.
Reviewing & Summarizing_
Review and summarize various productions received from clients, opposing counsel and external parties;
Review examination for discovery transcripts and summarize undertakings.
Preparing & Assembling_
Prepare and assemble various briefs and other materials required for case conferences, hearings, arbitrations and trials for all levels of Court;
Prepare undertakings charts as well as monitor and follow up on undertakings.
Liaising & Communicating_
Liaise with clients, opposing counsel and external parties as required;
Communicate potential issues to the attention of the solicitor in charge;
Retain experts as instructed by supervising lawyer.
Miscellaneous_
Other duties as required (i.e. faxing, scanning, filing).

What you'll bring:

Law Clerk Diploma and/or Paralegal License/Diploma;
In addition to 610 years' experience in a litigation law clerk/paralegal role;
Solid understanding of current legal terminology and working knowledge of the civil procedure Court rules where applicable;
Excellent technical skills with knowledge of CD/DVD burning software, copying onto USB's as well as familiarity with transferring documents electronically through FTP transfer sites;
Excellent communication skills and ability to adapt communication style, as necessary, when communicating with clients and other team members;
Superior ability to multitask with flexibility to handle increasingly more complex competing deadlines and demands;
Expert organizational and time management skills;
Strong work ethic with the advanced ability to work independently towards contributing to the team.

What we offer:

We believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package, ensuring our mix of salary, benefits, and perks are competitive within the market as well as a work-life balance

We offer:

A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks' Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan;
Childcare, eldercare and family resources to support you and your family;
A wellness reimbursement program to foster employee wellbeing as well as a perks program through Perkopolis;
Professional development opportunities through MT Learn;
Flexible working options;
Special appreciation events/celebrations;
Charitable savings programs.

Who we are:

Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada's fastest-growing national business law firms, with 10 offices across Canada.

Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.

Miller Thomson LLP is an equalopportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility._
Miller Thomson will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please inform our Talent department of the nature of accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation._