Disputes Law Clerk - Commercial Litigation and Construction

Borden Ladner Gervais

$90K — $115K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years' experience in a law firm, preferably as a litigation law clerk
  • Strong knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure
  • College Law Clerk Diploma or Law Clerks Ontario Certificate
  • University degree is preferable
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and follow direction
  • Highly organized with strong time management abilities
  • Familiarity with legal software like iManage, ACL, and Relativity

Responsibilities

  • Assist lawyers with commercial and construction litigation matters
  • Draft pleadings and manage document production during discovery
  • Prepare briefs for motions, mediation, pre-trial, hearings, and trials
  • Manage case files and data, including scoping and budgeting
  • Collaborate with the team to ensure excellent client service

Benefits

  • Hybrid working environment with technology reimbursements
  • Certification in Legal Project Management (LPM) offered
  • Access to a leading mentoring program
  • Talent development framework for career path advancement
  • Diversity and inclusiveness initiatives
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package, wellness programs, and volunteer day off
Full Job Description
BLG’s Commercial Litigation and Construction team in our Toronto office is recruiting for a resourceful individual with a growth mindset that can help solve for today while building for the future. Come experience the momentum with BLG!

You will be a key member of a dynamic group of lawyers, law clerks and legal support staff, providing the highest level of service to our clients, while having the opportunity to cultivate your skills as part of our successful national Commercial Litigation and Construction Group, within Canada’s premier full-service law firm.

From the start, you will have access to exceptional opportunities, working with a supportive team focused on providing you with meaningful opportunities to tailor your career path in order to reach your full potential.

The key responsibilities of this role are:

  • Play a critical role in assisting our lawyers with matters relating to all aspects of commercial and construction litigation
  • Participate in drafting pleadings, document production, and the discovery process
  • Preparing motion and application material, mediation briefs, pre-trial briefs and preparing for hearings and trials
  • Be responsible for matter management and data management, including scoping and budgeting
  • Collaborate and contribute as an important member of the team and provide unwavering commitment to excellent client service

What you will bring to this role:

  • 5-8 years’ experience in law firm environment, preferably in litigation law clerk role(s)
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of the Rules of Civil Procedure
  • College Law Clerk Diploma or Institute of Law Clerks Ontario Certificate
  • University degree is an asset
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent ability to take direction and work independently
  • Highly organized with time management skills
  • Knowledge of iManage, ACL, Relativity, Kofax PDF, Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • A team player with a strong work ethic and a desire for continuous improvement

What does BLG have to offer you?

  • A hybrid working environment with technology reimbursements to support digital working
  • Certification in Legal Project Management (LPM)
  • Access to our market leading mentoring program
  • A talent development framework that helps you develop your desired career path, including access to training and continued education opportunities
  • Exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs
  • A competitive compensation and benefits package, access to wellness platforms and programs, and a day off to volunteer in your community

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000, depending on level of experience, region/location, and other factors.

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