Civil Litigation Assistant/ Law Clerk

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Job type
Permanent
Location
Toronto
Profession
Legal
Industry
Legal Practice
Pay
$75000-$85000

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Civil Litigation Clerk

Your new company

Our client is a highly respected litigation firm operating within a specialized niche. They are known for their professionalism, precision, and commitment to delivering exceptional results. The firm places strong emphasis on team fit, maturity, and aligning each hire carefully with internal needs. This role will support a named partner and offers an opportunity to join a tight-knit, high-performing team.

Your new role

As a Civil Litigation Legal Assistant/Law Clerk, you will provide dedicated support to a senior partner, working primarily on civil litigation matters with additional exposure to some criminal files. This is a strong opportunity for a seasoned assistant or clerk who brings deep civil litigation experience and thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing civil litigation files, including court filings, CaseLines uploads, scheduling, and procedural follow-through
Preparing and organizing documents, forms, and materials related to civil matters
Ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules and timelines
Liaising professionally with courts, counsel, clients, and internal team members
Providing occasional support on criminal files as needed
Maintaining well-organized electronic and physical filing systems
Managing calendars, deadlines, reminders, and workflow for the partner you support

Knowledge, qualifications, skills, and experience

6+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk in civil litigation
Strong working knowledge of civil procedures, court forms, and filing processes (including CaseLines)
Experience supporting senior lawyers or partners in a litigation practice
Exceptional organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal communication, professionalism, and maturity
Ability to work independently, prioritize, and manage multiple deadlines
Comfortable working in a hybrid assistant/clerk role
Interest in or openness to assisting with some criminal litigation work

Key competencies

The ideal candidate is proactive, discreet, detail-oriented, and able to operate with minimal supervision. You will bring strong judgment, initiative, and an ability to collaborate effectively within a highly professional team.

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.

This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.

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