Litigation and Construction Law Clerk (Virtual)
BuildRight Law is a boutique law firm dedicated exclusively to construction law and commercial litigation. We work with owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and other participants across the construction industry, helping them navigate the legal issues that arise throughout the life of a project.
We are currently seeking an experienced Litigation and Construction Law Clerk to join our congenial and high-performing team. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, advanced knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, Ontario court processes, superior attention to detail and a high degree of competence in preparing and filing court documents.
Note: This is a permanent, full-time, remote position. Candidates must be able to work during Toronto-based hours.
Key responsibilities
- Court Preparation and Filing: Manage court filings and prepare for motions, hearings, and other proceedings, including familiarity with Rules of Civil Procedure, Ontario Courts' practice directions, Case Center, the Ontario Public Courts Portal and the JSO Portal.
- Client and Court Communications: Serve as a liaison with clients, other legal professionals, and court personnel to ensure seamless communication and case progression.
- File Management: Organize, maintain, and update electronic client files for accuracy and compliance.
- Meeting Coordination: Schedule and set up virtual meetings via Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other platforms, ensuring all participants have required materials.
- Document Preparation: Draft and format correspondence, reports, and legal documents (Motion Records, Affidavit of Documents, etc.).
- Software Usage: Utilize Clio for practice management (knowledge of Clio is beneficial but not required) and demonstrate strong working knowledge of Adobe, Microsoft Outlook, and Word.
Optional valued skills and proficiencies
- Construction liens: Proficiency with the preparation and registration of construction liens.
- E-discovery: Proficiency with commercial high-volume records management tools and e-discovery software (Relativity).
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 5+ years as a litigation law clerk with in-depth knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, practice directions, and Ontario court systems.
- Skills: Proficiency in court document preparation, electronic filing, and legal document management. Ability to work independently and accurately, follow instructions with minimal supervision, and take initiative as required. Strong writing skills with the ability to communicate professionally with the courts and clients.
- Technical Aptitude: Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and online meeting platforms. Willingness and aptitude to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies is an asset.
- Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, adaptable, and proactive with a commitment to maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment while maintaining your sense of humour.
Eligibility: Must have legal status to work in Canada.
Use of AI: Build Right Law values transparency in our hiring process. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen applications, assess candidates, or make hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by members of our hiring team, and interviews are conducted by our people, not automated systems.
How to apply: If you are a proactive and detail-oriented senior litigation law clerk looking to work in a specialized and engaging practice area, we welcome your application.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to Elisabeth Folk at efolk@buildrightlaw.com outlining your experience and why you would be a good fit for the firm.
No Agencies or Recruiters Please.