Law Clerk

Job Description

What can you expect in this role?

• General administrative and clerking file handling and practice management for Civil Litigation Matters for the Senior Trial Counsel
• Responsible for the ongoing administrative / organization of files (scheduling events, serve / file documents, closing files, entering file details into software, requesting cheques, uploading documents received, and other tasks as assigned)
• Review documents and prepare summaries
• Prepare Affidavit of Documents and other documents as assigned
• Request and manage productions and undertakings
• Support file work by identifying, obtaining, and organizing documents from the clients and from other parties to the litigation
• All aspects of arranging Independent Examinations
• Monitoring the CLU’s trial list to ensure proper clerking support / resources are in place
• Mentoring and providing guidance to assist / train with good running of all files that have a trial date scheduled
• Provide education resources and keeping our recourses up to date for the CLU formal seminars, informal mentoring
• Perform other duties as required

What do you bring to the role?

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Law Clerk as part of a team practicing insurance litigation in Ontario
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure
• Assisted in preparation with multiple jury trials (any type)
• High level knowledge with respect to trial procedure, evidence and preparation
• Strong document management skills with the ability to learn Definity’s various software programs
• Demonstrated proficiency with Outlook and all MS Office applications
• Ability to prioritize, organize and execute tasks in a quality manner with strong turnaround time
• Excellent document management skills with ability to utilize the various software systems such as TeamConnect and ACL
• High degree of personal ethics, integrity and responsibility with an ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard privileged and confidential information
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple, yet sometimes conflicting priorities
• Team player, adaptable to a changing environment

Salary Range is $55,800 - $102,800.

About Us

Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team.

We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just nice to have they’re essential to our success.

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid work schedule for most roles
• Company share ownership program
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
• Wellness and recognition programs
• Discounts on products and services

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.

In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.

Go ahead and expect a lot you deserve it.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting .

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).