Job Overview

- The Litigation Clerk/Paralegal supports lawyers throughout the pre litigation and litigation process by case management of files, coordinating case materials, filing court documents, conducting legal research, preparing and proofreading first drafts of documents, and providing reliable administrative support.
- Maintaining carriage of small claims matters with lawyer supervision.
- This role is suited to a detail-oriented professional who can manage competing deadlines, handle confidential information with discretion, and communicate courteously with clients, court personnel, and colleagues.
- The position is paid. Specific employment details can be discussed during the hiring process.

Duties

- Prepare, format, proofread, and revise pleadings, motions, discovery materials, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal and factual research using resources such as LexisNexis, and summarize findings for lawyer review.
- Open, maintenance and close of case files throughout their life cycle.
- Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files, including document naming, version control, and filing.
- Proficient use of Clio or similar document-management systems to save, retrieve, and track case materials.
- Assist with court filings and service of documents, following applicable procedures and deadlines.
- Track case schedules, deadlines, and assignments; support project management and help keep matters moving efficiently.
- Support client and witness communications,



including scheduling and interviewing or gathering information as directed by lawyers.
- Perform accurate data entry, maintain case and contact records, and complete general clerical and administrative tasks.
- Answer and route calls professionally, take transparent messages, and demonstrate strong phone etiquette.
- Handle sensitive information responsibly and provide dependable administrative support to attorneys and the legal team.

Qualifications

- Prior experience as a paralegal or law clerk in civil litigation law office.
- Familiarity with conducting client intake interviews is preferred.
- Experience in employment law is preferred but not required.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong knowledge and experience with rules of civil procedure and associated deadlines is required.
- Excellent writing skills, proofreading ability, and familiarity with legal drafting and document formatting.
- Experience with legal research tools such as LexisNexis and document-management platforms such as Clio and Google Drive is preferred.
- Familiarity with court procedures, electronic filing, and maintaining organized case files is an asset.
- Clear, professional communication skills and sound judgment when handling confidential information.
- Ability to work collaboratively, follow instructions, and manage multiple assignments with accuracy.

Pay: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oshawa, ON

📌 Litigation Clerk/Paralegal (Oshawa)
🏢 King Law
📍 Oshawa