Law Clerk

Toronto, ON, CA, Canada

Job Description

MUST HAVE MINIMUM 1 YEAR LOCAL IN CANADA EXPERIENCE WITH CANADIAN BASED LEGAL FIRM AND BE FAMILIAR WITH CANADIAN LEGAL SYSTEM. WE ARE NOT TRAINING IN ANY WAY.



ABOUT US



We are a small boutique law firm based out of Toronto, in North York area at 401 & Sheppard.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES



Draft, statement of claims, family court forms (form 35.1 form 8 etc.), affidavits, notices of motion, financial statements, and settlement offers. Prepare, revise, and file legal docs online.

Manage disclosure obligations: organize and review productions, track undertakings and refusals, and follow up with clients and opposing counsel to ensure compliance.

Assist with trial and hearing preparation: prepare briefs, compile evidence binders, draft witness lists, and coordinate with experts and witnesses.

Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date client files.

Monitor and manage litigation timelines, including limitation periods, court deadlines, and filing requirements.

Communicate directly with clients to provide updates, request documentation, and schedule meetings.

Liaise with courts, tribunal staff, process servers, and opposing counsel regarding scheduling, filings, and case management.

Conduct legal research on statutes, case law, and procedural rules to support ongoing files and lawyer submissions.

Prepare draft correspondence, reports, and memoranda for lawyer review.

Assist with billing and docketing by tracking time spent on matters and ensuring accurate records of services rendered.

Attend court filings (in-person or e-filing) and coordinate service of documents.

Support lawyers with administrative and operational tasks, including scheduling, calendar management, and task tracking.

Proactively anticipate file needs and contribute to overall workflow efficiency to support the growth of the practice.

QUALIFICATIONS



You must be able to read, and speak English fluently without error (language tests will be conducted prior to hiring)

Law Clerk diploma or equivalent legal education.

Minimum of 1-3 years' local in Canada experience as a law clerk (litigation and family law experience preferred).

Strong knowledge of Ontario court procedures, Rules of Civil Procedure, and/or Family Law Rules.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and CLIO or equivalent legal software.

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT WE OFFER



A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience.

Exposure to a wide variety of legal matters in litigation, family law, and personal injury law.

If you are a motivated law clerk looking to build your career in a busy and rewarding legal environment, we invite you to apply.

HOW TO APPLY:



Please submit your

CV and transcripts

to info@keylaw.com with the subject line "Law Clerk Application - [Your Name]".

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Experience:

local in canada work experience required: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2656798
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Toronto, ON, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned