28 Oct
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Lofranco Corriero, Personal Injury Lawyers
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North York
28 Oct
Lofranco Corriero, Personal Injury Lawyers
North York
Here's the combined ad for the single role, with duplicate duties merged.
Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant / Law Clerk
Location: North York, ON (On-site)
Job Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour, based on experience
About Us
Lofranco Corriero Personal Injury Lawyers is a boutique North York law firm that acts exclusively for plaintiffs in personal injury matters. We are passionate advocates for our clients, combining compassion with a pragmatic approach to the practice of law.
We're looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented Legal Assistant or Law Clerk to join our Litigation and Accident Benefits team. This is a full-time, on-site role for someone with personal injury experience who is comfortable managing files through the full litigation process and handling Accident Benefits claims.
Litigation Responsibilities
- Draft Statements of Claim and other pleadings, and prepare them for issuing
- Review Statements of Defence and Affidavits of Documents, and prepare our own Affidavits of Documents
- Schedule and coordinate examinations for discovery, mediations, pre-trials, and trials
- Manage undertakings and refusals, and coordinate the document discovery process
- Compile production summaries and document briefs
- Prepare motion records, factums, and related court documents
- Draft offers to settle and settlement proposals, and track related deadlines
- Assist with trial preparation, including trial records, document briefs, exhibits, and witness coordination
- Serve and file court documents in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure
- Conduct legal research using tools such as LexisNexis
Accident Advantages Responsibilities
- Gather, review, and organize documentation, including OCF forms in accordance with SABS requirements
- Prepare and file LAT applications and manage related productions
- Process and follow up on claims for specified benefits to ensure timely receipt
- Draft and finalize settlement accounts
General Responsibilities
- Assist lawyers during client interviews and meetings, and gather pertinent information
- Draft correspondence and communicate professionally with insurers, medical providers, defence counsel, clients, and third-party providers
- Request clinical notes and records
- Open and close files, complete forms, and prepare applications
- Monitor and diarize due dates, limitation periods, and other time-sensitive deadlines
- Keep client and case files accurate, complete, and well organized in Primafact, PCLaw, and other legal software
- Collaborate with the team to streamline processes and improve efficiency
Qualifications
- Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Assistant diploma or certificate
- Minimum 3 years of personal injury or tort experience, including litigation and preferably Accident Benefits administration
- Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure, SABS, and personal injury procedures
- Proven ability to draft claims and manage a file through discoveries, mediation, motions, and trial preparation
- Proficiency with Primafact, PCLaw, and Microsoft Office; experience with LAT applications and iManage is an asset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Plaintiff-side personal injury experience is preferred
How to Apply
Please submit your resume [and cover letter] through Indeed or to [email]. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00-$48,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Personal Injury: 3 years (preferred)
- Personal injury Litigation law: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person
📌 Tort Law Clerk Personal Injury (North York)
🏢 Lofranco Corriero, Personal Injury Lawyers
📍 North York