Watson Estates seeking Civil Litigation Law Clerk — Full-Time, In‑Office

Watson Estates is seeking a civil litigation law clerk to support principal, Heather Watson, in all stages of estate litigation and probate applications. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, is highly organized, and is confident managing files independently. Experience in estate litigation and/or estate administration is considered an asset, but not mandatory. This is a full-time, in‑office position.

Key Responsibilities

• File Management — Maintain, organize, and track litigation files from intake through resolution.
• Case Center — Upload, hyperlink, and organize documents; prepare hearing bundles; ensure compliance with court requirements for confirming and uploading motions and applications.
• Document Preparation  — Prepare simple pleadings, affidavits, assemble motion records, correspondence, and probate applications.
• Court Filing — File documents on JSO portal.
• Scheduling — Coordinate examinations, mediations, motions, and hearings.
• Client Communication — Liaise with clients, experts, and opposing counsel professionally and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Ideally, 2+ years of civil litigation experience or 2+ years or estate administration experience with desire to learn civil litigation. Experience in estate litigation is an asset, not a requirement.
• Strong understanding of Ontario court procedures and timelines.
• Excellent drafting, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management software Case Centre, JSO portal, Clio, and Fido (Bequest) are assets.

Compensation & Work Environment

• Pay is commensurate with experience.
• On-site parking available.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for skill development and working independently.

Interested applicants should send their resumes to: heather@watsonestateslaw.ca

www.watsonestateslaw.ca