Job Description

Why become an Fogler, Rubinoff ("FR") team member?

At FR, one of our fundamental objectives is to keep our employees and their families healthy--physically, emotionally, and financially. To ensure the health and wellness of all our team members, we offer our Law Clerk, Staff and Support team members a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, "flex" health care spending, disability insurance, a robust Employee and Family Assistance Program, an annual fitness allowance and an RRSP matching program.

All our team members enjoy flexible working schedules, and most positions are eligible to participate in our hybrid workplace structure, attending to the office 2-3 days per week. Our team members also receive a generous Time Away from Work package, including flexible paid Personal Time Off, Volunteer time, paid Birthday, Moving Day, and more.

We believe in recognizing and rewarding our team members through our Milestone Anniversary Bonus program and our monthly acknowledgement of service excellence through our peer-to-peer "FRecognition" program. All team members enjoy complimentary on-site breakfast and snacks twice a week, and are invited to attend our annual events such as our Summer Gathering, Staff Appreciation Week, and our Holiday party.

We support continued professional development and encourage professional and personal growth through our "FR Academy", a learning management system offering a variety of online educational modules that cater to enhancing our internal training and learning culture.

Litigation Law Clerk :

Our firm has an opening for a

Litigation Law Clerk

with a focus on corporate and commercial litigation, debt enforcement, bankruptcy and insolvency, restructuring and regulatory litigation.

We are seeking a proactive, results-driven professional who anticipates needs, takes initiative, and keeps matters moving efficiently. The ideal candidate is resourceful, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities independently, demonstrating sound judgment and initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Assist lawyer with all aspects of litigation files, including corporate/commercial, debt enforcement, regulatory and insolvency matters. Conduct due diligence searches and prepare security review memoranda. Draft, prepare, and manage legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, motion records, trial briefs, and correspondence. Management of debt enforcement files, including drafting of minutes of settlement and forbearance agreements. Coordinate and manage all stages of litigation, including document production, undertakings, discoveries, and court filings. Track undertakings, client deadlines, and court schedules to ensure all timelines are met. Organize and maintain electronic files in accordance with firm protocols. Liaise with clients, experts, opposing counsel, court staff, and other external parties with professionalism and discretion. Maintain and update databases and document management systems to ensure accuracy and accessibility. Record dockets in a timely manner following firm procedures. Proactively identify issues, recommend solutions, and ensure matters progress efficiently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

Minimum 5+ years' experience as a Litigation Law Clerk working in bankruptcy and insolvency, restructuring, regulatory, and corporate litigation. Experience in gaming would be considered an asset. Completion of Law Clerk program recognized by the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO). A member in good standing with ILCO. In depth knowledge of Casecenter and proficiency in Teraview and Corporate Registry. In depth knowledge and understanding of the rules of civil procedure in Ontario (Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court, Court of Appeal), the Federal Court and the Supreme Court, and the ability to determine rules and procedures of tribunals or courts in other jurisdictions. Detail-oriented, hardworking, and self-motivated with exceptional administrative, organizational, and time-management skills. Strong written, verbal, research, and problem-solving abilities. Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel), Microsoft 365 (OneDrive, OneNote, Teams), and PDF programs, with the ability to leverage technology and shortcuts to improve efficiency and accuracy in document management. Experience with legal software, specifically litigation software (i.e. ACL), document management systems (i.e. NetDocs), and legal accounting software (i.e. Aderant). Ability to work independently with minimal supervision from lawyers and possesses a team player attitude. Professional demeanor with the ability to interact and effectively communicate with individuals at all levels. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset. Ability to manage and prioritize tasks with competing deadlines.

Want to join our FR team?

Please let us know how you found our job posting in your e-mail. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples, people with disabilities, members of racialized communities, and people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program Work from home
Experience:

bankruptcy & insolvency: 5 years (required) restructuring, regulatory & corporate litigation: 5 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5H 3S1