Personal Injury Law Clerk/Legal Assistant (Tort)

Your new company Our client is a award winning boutique personal injury law firm in the heart of Downtown Toronto known for its low turnover. They are currently seeking a Personal Injury Law Clerk/Legal Assistant (Tort) to join their team. Your new role As a Personal Injury Law Clerk/Legal Assistant (Tort), you will play a crucial role within the law firm. The responsibilities of the role include maintaining the calendar, scheduling appointments, setting up discoveries, mediations, and trial dates, answering correspondence, organizing and maintaining client files, and diarizing the calendar for follow-up. The role also requires knowledge of routine court procedures such as serving and filing court documents, handling client inquiries professionally, ensuring deadlines are met, and files are processed timely. Additionally, the role involves preparing pleadings and other legal documents (e.G., Statements of Claim, Notices of Motion, Affidavits of Documents), reviewing transcripts, preparing and updating undertakings charts, obtaining productions from opposing counsel and third parties, reviewing and summarizing medical documentation and other file documents, corresponding with the court regarding pre-trial matters, uploading documents to CaseLine, and finalizing and serving mediation and pre-trial briefs. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this position, we are seeking a candidate with a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant/Law Clerk in Plaintiff Personal Injury (Tort). A Law Clerk Diploma or ILCO Certification is highly preferred but not required. Exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. Proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) is also required. What you'll get in return The firm highly value their team members and are committed to providing a rewarding work environment. Here’s what you can expect: Competitive Compensation: The firm offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to recognize your contributions. Supportive Environment: Collaborative and supportive work culture ensures that you thrive and succeed. Professional Growth: You’ll have the opportunity to work on high-profile cases, expand your legal expertise, and engage in continuous learning. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.