Law Clerk- Accident Benefits

What can you expect in this role?

• General file handling and practice management for Accident Benefit, EUO, Priority and Loss Transfer matters
• Review documents and prepare summaries
• Prepare and compile documents/briefs as assigned
• Prepare, serve and file LAT Forms and briefs inclusive of LAT Applications / Responses, Case Conference forms and, other documents as assigned
• Draft correspondence to clients, third parties, experts
• Request and manage productions and undertakings and corresponding with legal counsel
• 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 including retaining experts and preparing briefs for experts
• Hearing / Arbitration Preparation
• Provide input into the procedures and practices
• Work within a paperless environment ensuring electronic filing is up to date
• Perform other duties as required of a Law Clerk

What do you bring to the role?

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Law Clerk as part of a team practicing Accident Benefits in Ontario
• Have an excellent understanding of Accident Benefits (including SABs, LAT forms and procedure, and the Dispute Resolution Practice Code)
• 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
• Priority and Loss Transfer Experience an asset
• 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 with proof reading skills
• Ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple, yet sometimes conflicting priorities
• High degree of personal ethics, integrity and responsibility with an ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard privileged and confidential information
• Team player, adaptable to a changing environment