- Provide high-level legal and administrative support to assigned lawyer(s)
- Manage client files throughout their lifecycle
- Implement and monitor a bring-forward system for deadlines
- Draft affidavits of documents and prepare case materials
- Assist with trial preparation and coordinate expert witnesses
Requirements
- Law Clerk Diploma or equivalent education and experience
- 3 - 5 years in a legal environment, preferably in litigation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with legal document management systems
- Familiarity with legal research tools and case management software
- Working knowledge of Relativity and ACL is an asset
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Professional verbal and written communication skills
- Understanding of litigation processes
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in legal support functions, including managing client files, drafting legal documents, and assisting with trial preparation.
Proficient in utilizing legal document management systems and maintaining strong organizational skills in a litigation environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Law Clerk Diploma
- 3-5 Years Legal Experience
- Legal Document Management Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency
- Understanding of Litigation Processes
Hard Skills
- Drafting Affidavits
- Case Preparation
- Client File Management
- Deadline Monitoring
- Legal Research
Soft Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Professional Communication Skills