Company Description Benjamin Law Firm is a personal injury and long-term disability law firm serving clients throughout the Greater Toronto Area. The team provides step-by-step guidance through the litigation process to help clients understand their rights and reduce financial risk during their case. This education-first mindset has contributed to Benjamin Law’s reputation as a trusted advocate for individuals navigating complex personal injury and disability claims.
Role Description The Law Clerk at Benjamin Law will support lawyers in managing personal injury and long-term disability files from intake through resolution in a full-time, on-site role located in Toronto, ON. Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting and organizing legal documents, preparing court materials, managing correspondence, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date client files. The role involves conducting legal and factual research, summarizing medical and legal records, and assisting with preparation for mediations, examinations for discovery, and trials. The Law Clerk will communicate with clients, insurers, medical professionals, and other parties, scheduling appointments, coordinating deadlines, and ensuring critical timelines are met. Collaboration with the legal team to support an education-focused, client-centered approach is essential.
Qualifications
- Solid understanding of Law and legal procedures, ideally with experience in personal injury and/or long-term disability matters.
- Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting pleadings, affidavits, correspondence, and court forms.
- Strong Research skills for case law, statutes, regulations, and factual inquiries relevant to client files.
- Excellent Writing and Communication skills for clear, professional interaction with clients, legal professionals, and external stakeholders.
- Post-secondary education in Law Clerk, Paralegal, Legal Administration, or a related legal discipline.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and effective time management in a fast-paced practice.
- Comfort with legal practice management software, document management tools, and standard office applications.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an on-site team environment and demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and client empathy.
