About this role
Diamond and Diamond personal injury lawyers have served clients across Ontario for 40 years practicing in personal injury law. Be a part of our dynamic team to help ensure each client receives the attention and receives the compensation they deserve!
*The role of the Law Clerk consists of the following:*
* File management from intake to trial * Preparing correspondence, documentation, and reports * Assisting with preparation for trial and hearings * Coordinating and monitoring administrative functions to ensure work is completed accurately and within established time frames * Preparing undertakings list, following-up on productions and undertakings * Maintaining calendar and bring forwards * Liase between clients and opposing counsel * Preparing and typing court documents and pleadings * Drafting Affidavits of Documents, Motions, Notices of Examination, Trial Records, Dismissal Orders * Preparation of Medical Briefs * Effectively track deadlines and timelines * Additional office management and administrative tasks as required
*To be considered for this opportunity you should have:*
* The ideal candidate should have at least 2-5 years? experience working in personal injury law or insurance defence * A Law Clerk Diploma from a recognized college
*Skills and experience:*
* 1-5 years as a law clerk in personal injury/insurance defence * Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and court practice and procedures * Excellent grammar, spelling and proofreading skills * Superior analytical, organizational and prioritization abilities * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Strong technical skills and proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook * Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team * Excellent organization and time management skills * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Superior communication skills, both verbal and written * Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining superb organizational skills * Ability to deal effectively and pleasantly at all times with colleagues, clients and 3rd parties * Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks * Strong attention to detail and accuracy * Reliable, with an excellent attendance history * Excellent interpersonal skills * Confident and dependable, with strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere. * Willing to assume full ownership over all assigned work
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Benefits: * Dental care * Extended health care * On-site parking * Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate: * Kitchener, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience: * legal assistant: 1 year (preferred) * personal injury law: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person