Litigation Clerk

Job description

Aviva Trial Lawyers is seeking a passionate and skilled litigation clerk for our Oakville office as we grow again!

As a litigation clerk you will be responsible for supporting one lawyer in the handling of insurance defence (tort) litigation matters.  We offer a hybrid work model, promote flexibility, collegiality, collaboration and mentorship in both a virtual and in-person setting.  You will be responsible for various clerking tasks as well as the day-to-day file management.

Aviva Trial Lawyers is located across Canada with five offices in Ontario alone: Toronto, Markham, Oakville, Ottawa, and London.

Please contact us if you are interested in a career that offers rewarding work, competitive compensation and benefits, a supportive team, as well as professional growth opportunities in a flexible, hybrid work environment.

What you'll do:

· 
Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (statements of defence, motion records, affidavit of documents, affidavits, pre-trial/mediation memos, cost outlines, bill of costs, subpoenas, summons to witness, consent and dismissal orders, document briefs; ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules

· 
Compilation of books of authorities/factums

· 
Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings

· 
Summarizing discovery notes, transcripts, economic loss and medical reports

· 
Arranging investigations/surveillance, including preparing various instruction letters to investigators

· 
Arranging independent medical examinations, including drafting and preparing the medical briefs

· 
Keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database

· 
Maintaining file organization

· 
Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed

· 
Ensure integrity of information in Ghost Practice applications

· 
Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations

What you'll bring:

· 
Minimum of 3+ years of legal assistant and law clerk experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment

· 
Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook

· 
Proficient in the Civil Procedure Rules and Court forms

· 
Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills

· 
Excellent organizational skills

· 
Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative

· 
Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team

· 
Mature work ethic and good sense of humour

What you’ll get:

· 
Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

· 
Outstanding Career Development opportunities.

· 
We’ll support your professional development education.

Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.