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Title posted on indeed.com - Law Clerk
Posted on May 15, 2024 by Employer details Pace Law Firm
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*About Us* Established in 1981, Pace Law Firm has dedicated itself to achieving positive changes in clients? lives by representing them effectively in navigating the legal process, while also redefining the client experience. Today, Pace Law remains dedicated to upholding its signature ?client-first? brand. With 160 legal professionals in three offices, our firm serves its clients in over 38 languages. We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Law clerk/paralegal to join our team (Personal Injury). In this role, you will be responsible for providing legal and administrative assistance to the Team?s lawyers and other staff. You will be expected to use your knowledge of legal practices and procedures to ensure that all work is done accurately and efficiently and in accordance with the firm?s conduct. *Responsibilities and Duties* - Review intake forms and create file opening memos. - Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, notices and settlement agreements. - Create and maintain various charts such as the Medical Brief Index, Production List, and Undertaking Chart. - Manage personal injury cases, including maintaining case files and tracking deadlines. - Organize and arrange hospital records and clinical notes in chronological order. - Communicate professionally with clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel. - Assist in investigating cases, reviewing medical records, and interviewing witnesses. - Maintain a comprehensive database or system to track and manage discovery documents, responses, and deadlines. - Aid in LAT applications & trial preparation by organizing exhibits, coordinating expert testimony, and preparing trial materials. - Prepare summaries and chronologies of medical records to assist attorneys in understanding the extent of injuries and their impact on the client's case. - Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling, correspondence, and filing. - Ensure compliance with court rules and procedures, including e-filing when applicable. *Qualifications* - 3 - 5 years of experience - Paralegal/Law clerk diploma an asset - Knowledge of OCF Forms, LAT applications & Tort pleadings - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other legal software - Familiarity with case management software and e-filing systems - Collaborative mindset and ability to work independently *Benefits* - Extended healthcare and Dental coverage - Health spending account - Generous vacation - On-site parking - Bonus Pay Pace Law firm is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If you require any accommodation during the application process, please contact HR at *Hr@pacelawfirm.com*. Job Type: Full-time- LocationToronto, ON
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Full time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9280483111
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