Job Description

Verkhovets Law, a fast-paced litigation firm seeks an Tort Legal Assistant with 2+ years of experience. Education & Qualifications

• College diploma in Law Clerk Program
• Knowledge of the tort and the Rules of Civil Procedure
• Knowledge of the court forms as per the Rules of Civil Procedure
• Excellent use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage high volume of files

Job Duties

• Requesting productions
• Drafting and preparing correspondence to opposing counsel, insurance companies and clients
• Managing and satisfying undertakings
• Scheduling Examinations for Discoveries, Mediations, client calls and settlement calls in a timely manner
• Drafting and submitting AODs, NOEs
• Preparing Mediation Briefs, Pre-Trial Briefs
• Corresponding with insurers and other law firms
• File management

Skills and Specifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Confident and dependable, with strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere
• Exceptional administrative, organizational, analytical and time management skills
• Excellent work ethics and a strong attention to detail
• Advanced writing skills to prepare legal correspondence and complete form
• Excellent oral and communication skills

Job Type: Full-time Salary: $40,000.00-$60,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vaughan, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• tort legal assistant or clerk: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person