THOMPSON, TOOZE, McLEAN & ELKIN

A growing and fast-paced Toronto litigation firm with an emphasis on insurance defence litigation requires a hardworking and dynamic self-starter to join our expanding team.  This Law Clerk position is full-time and a competitive salary will be offered commensurate with experience.  

     Responsibilities Include:

•   Organizing and maintaining litigation files  
•   Corresponding with opposing counsel    
•   Liaising with clients    
•   Attending at Court for Motions, Small Claims Court Trials, Status Hearings, etc.    
•   Preparation of Affidavits of Documents, Motion Records, Mediation
•   Pre-trial Memoranda, Bills of Costs etc.  
•   Assisting in Trial Preparation  

     Skill Set Required:  

•   5+ years practical experience together with relevant post-university training  
•   In depth knowledge of the  Rules of Civil Procedure and    The Insurance Act
•   In depth knowledge of the updated  Rules of The Small Claims Court
•   Proven ability to draft legal documents  
•   Proven ability to carry a heavy caseload  and to manage multiple files  
•   Impeccable  written and oral communication skills  
•   Exceptional administrative, organizational, analytical and time management skills  
•   Meticulous proofing and editing skills  
•   Serious candidates must have the ability to  work autonomously with menial  supervision  

Qualified and serious applicants are invited to submit their resume with cover letter and salary expectation to melkin@thompsontooze.com .  We thank all candidates in advance for your interest in our firm, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.  We do not require the assistance of agencies.