Paralegal – Trial & Defence

Paralegal

The Role

The Paralegal’s principal role is to provide legal support services in the context of litigious files for both insurer and non-insurer clients in collaboration with the other Paralegal in the office. The incumbent will participate in the management of these files by assisting lawyers and/or partners in the legal review and analysis of documents, by preparing Affidavits of Records, file chronologies, and by overseeing the physical and electronic document management of the files.

This is an exempt position which is part of the fee earner job family. The annual billable target is 1400 hours.

Responsibilities

• Assisting lawyers with the preparation of Affidavits of Records, chronologies, questioning briefs, undertaking responses, expert retainers, trial preparation, Bills of Costs and other tasks as required.
• Organizing and managing all relevant documentation, namely pleadings, production, exhibits, undertakings and their respective updates.
• Managing and saving emails according to their category and the descriptions to be assigned to them.
• Attending regular meetings with the lawyers, reviewers and other teams, as needed.
• Preparing summary tables of the key elements of the files.
• Preparing and organizing for questioning for discovery.
• Following-up with lawyers on undertakings given during questioning.
• Performing specific tasks as needed in accordance with the procedural steps of the file.
• Assisting with maintaining the database of memoranda, opinions and other precedent documents.
• Performing any other task related to the role of paralegal and as new business needs arise

Qualifications

• College program in paralegal technology or other training deemed equivalent.
• Minimum three to five years’ relevant experience in the legal department of a firm, company or other professional services environment.
• Experience collaborating in the management of litigation files and/or related insurance files.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ease working with the full Microsoft Office suite and other new software or technological tools likely to transform the performance of work over time.
• Strong organizational skills and outstanding work ethic.
• Marked ability to analyze and summarize information.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines.
• Ease developing relationships of trust with internal clients and ability to establish credibility.
• Strong spirit of collaboration, teamwork, and flexibility regarding changes within the organization.

Why Join Us?

At Clyde & Co, we believe in supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Generous paid time off, holidays, plus an annual “wellbeing” day.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Robust Disability Coverage – Comprehensive short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Referral Rewards – Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.
• Mentorship & Career Growth – Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
• Engaging Culture – Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
• Inclusive Parental Leave – Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

We offer a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning and wellbeing initiatives.

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our core values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.

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