- Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (statements of defence, motion records, affidavit of documents, affidavits, pre-trial/mediation memos, cost outlines, bill of costs, subpoenas, summons to witness, consent and dismissal orders, document briefs; ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules
- Compilation of books of authorities/factums
- Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings
- Summarizing discovery notes, transcripts, economic loss and medical reports
- Arranging investigations/surveillance, including preparing various instruction letters to investigators
- Arranging independent medical examinations, including drafting and preparing the medical briefs
- Keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database
- Maintaining file organization
- Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed
- Ensure integrity of information in Ghost Practice applications
- Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations
- Minimum of 3+ years of legal assistant and law clerk experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment
- Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook
- Proficient in the Civil Procedure Rules and Court forms
- Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative
- Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team
- Mature work ethic and good sense of humour
- Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
- Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
- We'll support your professional development education.
Tort Litigation Clerk - Toronto, Canada - Aviva
Description
Aviva Trial Lawyers is seeking passionate and skilled litigation clerks for our Ontario offices as we grow again
As a litigation clerk you will be responsible for supporting one lawyer in the handling of insurance defence (tort) litigation matters. We offer a hybrid work model, promote flexibility, collegiality, collaboration and mentorship in both a virtual and in-person setting. You will be responsible for various clerking tasks as well as the day-to-day file management.
Aviva Trial Lawyers is located across Canada with five offices in Ontario alone: Toronto, Markham, Oakville, Ottawa, and London.
Please contact us if you are interested in a career that offers rewarding work, competitive compensation and benefits, a supportive team, as well as professional growth opportunities in a flexible, hybrid work environment.
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Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.