Employment & Litigation Law Clerk (Hybrid Office/Remote)

Job summary

The role involves drafting and proofreading legal documents, pleadings, and contracts while coordinating the filing of materials with courts and tribunals. The clerk also manages client communications and provides administrative support for billing and file tracking.

Job details

Kastner Ko is a litigation boutique in downtown Toronto with a focus on employment, union-side labour and human rights law, civil litigation, workplace investigations, state accountability, and professional discipline. For each of the past five years, we have been recognized by The Globe and Mail as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms for Labour & Employment and Human Rights. Our team is built on a foundation of respect, collaboration, and shared success. We are committed to excellence in advocacy, precedent-setting work, work/life balance, and access to justice. We are looking for an outstanding law clerk to join our team. Key Responsibilities Law clerks at Kastner Ko LLP are given a high degree of responsibility. Duties include: Drafting, formatting, and proofreading correspondence, pleadings, affidavits, contracts, and policies; Liaising with clients by phone and email through all stages of a matter; Coordinating the issuance, service, and filing of court and tribunal documents; Monitoring deadlines and ensuring timely submission of materials to courts and tribunals; Assisting with administrative tasks such as billing support, document management, and internal file tracking; Understanding and applying the Rules of Civil Procedure and relevant practice directions, and the rules of administrative tribunals; and Various administrative duties, as needed. Minimum Qualifications At least two years of experience as a Litigation/Employment Law Clerk or Legal Assistant. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize projects, manage workload, and meet deadlines. Client-service oriented, with good communication and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented and resourceful, with strong analytical ability. Excellent writing skills. Proficiency with legal document formatting. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Kastner Ko LLP welcomes and encourages applicants from equity-deserving groups. Compensation We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience along with a comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and short- and long-term disability insurance. The starting salary range for this position is negotiable and depends on experience. The usual range is between $61,500 and $91,500. Staff are eligible for annual salary increases and bonuses. Our office is located close to transit hubs, including GO Transit, the TTC, and Bike Share. How To Apply Send a cover letter and CV to our Office Manager, Chelsea Laidlaw, at [email protected] by 5:00pm on Friday, October 9, 2026. All applications and inquiries will be kept confidential. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations are available on request. Please advise us of any accommodation needs. No agencies or recruiters, please.

What you’ll do

The role involves drafting and proofreading legal documents, pleadings, and contracts while coordinating the filing of materials with courts and tribunals. The clerk also manages client communications and provides administrative support for billing and file tracking.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least two years of experience as a Litigation or Employment Law Clerk or Legal Assistant. Strong organizational skills, proficiency in legal formatting, and a client-service orientation are required.

Benefits

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Short-term Disability Insurance • Long-term Disability Insurance • Annual Salary Increases • Bonuses

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• client relations · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Legal Drafting
• Proofreading
• Client Relations
• Court Filing
• Deadline Monitoring
• Billing Support
• Document Management
• Rules Of Civil Procedure
• Administrative Tribunal Rules
• Time Management
• Analytical Ability
• Legal Document Formatting

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative