Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Litigation Law Clerk to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will support attorneys with a variety of litigation-related tasks, ensuring the smooth progression of cases from inception through resolution. Your energetic approach and meticulous organizational skills will help us maintain efficiency and uphold the highest standards of legal practice.

This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise while contributing to impactful litigation efforts.

Responsibilities

- Conduct thorough legal research using platforms like LexisNexis to gather relevant case law, statutes, and legal precedents.
- Assist with drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence with precision and clarity.
- Proofread all legal documents meticulously to ensure accuracy, proper formatting, and adherence to court requirements.
- Manage case files using iManage or similar document management systems, ensuring all records are organized and easily accessible.
- Perform data entry and maintain detailed logs of case activities, deadlines, and court filings to support project management efforts.
- Interview clients, witnesses, and other stakeholders to gather essential information for case preparation.
- Support attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials by organizing exhibits, evidence, and witness lists.
- Maintain qualified phone etiquette when communicating with clients, courts, and external parties while providing excellent clerical support.




- Handle administrative duties such as filing documents with courts, managing calendars for deadlines and appointments, and performing general clerical tasks to ensure operational efficiency.

Skills

- Exceptional proofreading skills with an eye for detail to ensure error-free legal documents.
- Proficiency in legal research tools such as LexisNexis or Westlaw.
- Strong project management abilities to coordinate multiple cases simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Excellent interviewing skills to extract relevant information effectively from clients and witnesses.
- Experience with document management systems like iManage or similar platforms.
- Solid administrative experience with a focus on filing, data entry, and clerical support within a legal setting.
- Outstanding organizational skills to manage case files, schedules, and court deadlines efficiently.
- Effective research capabilities coupled with strong writing skills for drafting clear and persuasive legal documents.
- Knowledge of legal drafting standards and procedures tailored to litigation processes.
- Familiarity with court filing procedures and maintaining proper filing protocols.
- Professional phone etiquette when interacting with clients, courts, attorneys, and other stakeholders.

Join our team where your dedication will directly impact our ability to deliver justice efficiently! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their legal careers in a supportive environment that champions excellence in litigation support.

Pay: $30.00-$50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 44.0 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mississauga, ON L5R 3L7

📌 Litigation Law Clerk (Mississauga)
🏢 SALOOJA LAW PROFESSIONAL
📍 Mississauga