Junior Litigation Law Clerk

About the Company

Our client, a well-established full-service law firm based in downtown Toronto, is seeking a Junior Litigation Law Clerk to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior litigation law clerk who is looking to grow their career in a sophisticated legal environment while gaining exposure to modern litigation processes, including e-discovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers and senior law clerks with all stages of the litigation process
• Prepare, review, and file court documents including pleadings, affidavits, motions, and application materials
• Manage and organize litigation files, both physical and electronic
• Coordinate service and filing of court documents through the Ontario courts and relevant online filing systems
• Assist with the preparation of document briefs, motion records, and trial materials
• Maintain calendars, limitation periods, and key litigation deadlines
• Support discovery processes, including document review, organization, and production
• Assist with e-discovery platforms and electronic document management as part of litigation preparation
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court offices, and external vendors as required

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in commercial litigation support within a law firm
• Law Clerk diploma or equivalent legal education
• Strong understanding of Ontario civil litigation procedures and court rules
• Interest in developing skills in e-discovery and electronic document review
• Excellent organizational and file management skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Professional communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems

Compensation

• Salary range: $75,000 – $90,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work with experienced litigators and develop expertise in e-discovery and modern litigation technology
• Hybrid remote schedule

We do not use AI to screen candidates.