Litigation Clerk/Paralegal

We are seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Clerk or Paralegal to join our legal team, with a specific focus on our Personal Injury practice. The successful candidate will support our attorneys through all phases of litigation, from initial research and document drafting to trial preparation. We place a high premium on team synergy; we are looking for a professional who integrates well into a close-knit group and maintains a high standard of accuracy in a fast-moving environment. If you possess strong administrative skills and a commitment to excellence in injury law, we invite you to apply.

Advantages
Competitive Compensation: A robust salary range of $51,000 – $80,000 per year, commensurate with your experience.

Financial Growth: Participate in Profit Sharing opportunities that reward your hard work and dedication.

Comprehensive Coverage: Full access to Dental and Extended Health Care benefits.

Work-Life Perks: Enjoy Paid Time Off, company-hosted events, and the rare convenience of On-site Parking in downtown Hamilton.

Professional Environment: Work in-person within a collaborative, professional office that values reliability and administrative excellence.

Responsibilities
Legal Drafting & Review: Draft, review, and proofread high-stakes legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests, with meticulous attention to detail.

Case Management: Maintain a master-level organization of electronic and physical case files, ensuring all materials are current and accessible.

Discovery Coordination: Facilitate the discovery process by preparing documents for production, tracking critical deadlines, and reviewing responses.

Stakeholder Interaction: Conduct professional interviews with clients, witnesses, and experts to gather essential case information.

Administrative Excellence: Manage lawyers' calendars, schedule meetings, and handle docketing accurately to support firm management systems.

Professional Communication: Act as a primary point of contact for clients and court personnel, maintaining exceptional etiquette and clarity in all correspondence.

Qualifications
Licensing: Must be a Licensed Paralegal in good standing and/or possess a recognized Law Clerk diploma.

Experience: A minimum of 5 years of direct work experience in a litigation environment is required.

Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure and the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS).

Technical Skills: Proficient in legal research, docketing software, and advanced document management practices.

Soft Skills: Exceptional proofreading abilities, professional phone etiquette, and the organizational prowess to manage multiple cases simultaneously without missing a deadline.

Summary
How to Apply?

- Apply online at Randstad.ca today
- send your resume by email to kaitlin.van.elswyk@randstad.ca and all qualified candidates will be contacted

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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