Job Description
Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.
Aviva Trial Lawyers is currently seeking a litigation clerk for our Dartmouth office. As a litigation clerk you will be responsible for supporting one lawyer in the handling of insurance defence (tort) litigation matters. We offer a hybrid work model, promote flexibility, collegiality, collaboration and mentorship in both a virtual and in-person setting. You will be responsible for various clerking tasks as well as the day-to-day file management.
Aviva recognizes the importance of being flexible and the benefits of being together, this role will be hybrid – the best of both worlds.
Come join our team!
What you'll do:
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Preparation and drafting of correspondence and legal documents (motion records, affidavit of documents, affidavits, pre-trial/mediation memos, cost outlines, bill of costs, subpoenas, summons to witness, consent and dismissal orders, responses by insurer to an application for arbitration, document briefs); ensuring all appropriate documents and forms are filed with the court in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules
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Compilation of books of authorities/factums
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Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings
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Summarizing discovery notes, transcripts, economic loss and medical reports
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Arranging investigations/surveillance, including preparing various instruction letters to investigators
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Arranging independent medical examinations, including drafting and preparing the medical briefs
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Dicta-typing; filing; keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database
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Requisitioning cheques
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Maintaining file organization
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Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed
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Ensure integrity of information in case management applications
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Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations.
What you'll bring:
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Minimum of 3+ years of legal assistant and law clerk experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment
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Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook
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Proficient in the Civil Procedure Rules and Court forms
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Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills
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Excellent organizational skills
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Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative
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Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team
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Mature work ethic and good sense of humour
What you’ll get:
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The salary band for this position ranges from $49,000 to $91,000. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
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Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
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Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
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We’ll support your professional development education.
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Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
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Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion
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Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health
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Hybrid flexible work model
Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.
Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.