Job Overview
Richards Advocacy is seeking a legal assistant / law clerk to join its growing firm! We are looking for a qualified skilled who can provide assistance to all areas of the firm - regulated health, civil litigation, investigations, and our advisory services practice. You will be responsible for supporting the life cycle of all files, assisting with document review and summarization, preparing court documents, summarizing evidence for submissions and report drafting, and general administrative duties.

KEY SKILLS: The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent writing abilities, and familiarity with legal software tools.

Duties

- Proofread and review legal documents for accuracy and clarity
- Assist with legal drafting, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence
- Manage project timelines and coordinate case-related activities
- Perform data entry and maintain organized filing systems electronically
- Support lawyers with evidence collection
- Handle administrative tasks such as filing, scheduling, and maintaining case files
- Exhibit professional phone etiquette when communicating with clients, courts, and vendors
- Ensure timely submission of documents and adherence to deadlines




- Assist with general clerical duties including copying, scanning, and managing incoming/outgoing correspondence

Experience

- Prior administrative or clerical experience in a legal setting is preferred
- Strong proofreading, research, and writing skills essential for success in this role
- Familiarity with legal research platforms such as Clio, Office365, Westlaw is highly desirable
- Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively
- Knowledge of legal document drafting and data entry procedures preferred
- Excellent interpersonal skills with professional phone etiquette required

This position is ideal for candidates eager to develop their legal career while supporting a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional service.

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Work from home

Experience:

- legal: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

- English (required)

Location:

- Toronto, ON M5A 4J5 (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Legal Assistant/Law Clerk (Toronto)
🏢 Richards Advocacy
📍 Toronto