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:

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

Compilation of books of authorities/factums

Preparing and following up with requests for productions and undertakings

Summarizing discovery notes, transcripts, economic loss and medical reports

Arranging investigations/surveillance, including preparing various instruction letters to investigators

Arranging independent medical examinations, including drafting and preparing the medical briefs

Dicta-typing; filing; keeping lawyer's calendar updated; and updating internal database

Requisitioning cheques

Maintaining file organization

Booking travel; including flights, cars and hotels as needed

Ensure integrity of information in case management applications

Liaise between counsel, external parties, and claims operations.

What you'll bring:

Minimum of  3+ years of legal assistant and law clerk experience in an insurance defence or personal injury litigation environment

Excellent computer skills including experience with MS Word and Outlook

Proficient in the Civil Procedure Rules and Court forms

Customer-service oriented with superb communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Attention to detail with a desire to take initiative

Able to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team

Mature work ethic and good sense of humour

What you’ll get:

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.

Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

Outstanding Career Development opportunities.

We’ll support your professional development education.

Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year

Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion

Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health

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.