Exciting Careers at Cariati Law
Cariati Law is a tort litigation law firm dedicated to helping clients with all types of personal injury cases, long-term disability claims, wrongful dismissal, and other types of insurance claims. Our firm has earned a reputation as a trusted place where people can seek honest answers and supportive guidance through the legal process.
Every day, our priority as a top tort law firm in Ontario is to take care of our clients like they’re our own family. We get to know them and help them through some of the most challenging times of their lives. We need to be their rock, and we stand firm in fighting to protect their rights.
Mario Cariati
Our Ontario personal injury law firm’s approach is to assign each case to an injury & disability team consisting of lawyers, law clerks, and client support representatives. Our staff share common work attitudes and thrive in a collaborative environment.
We strive to work together in teams. It is important to us that the people who work here share our values– to always look out for the best interests of our clients, whether it be reaching a favorable settlement or proceeding through a trial or a hearing.
If you are interested in becoming part of the Cariati Law team or learning more about what our Mississauga injury + disability law firm has to offer, we would love to hear from you.
Available Positions
We are a boutique plaintiff personal injury law firm located in Mississauga, Ontario and have a summer job opportunity. We are looking for a 2L summer student for the summer term of 2024. Candidates should be able to work independently, have a good academic record, and have demonstrated interest in civil litigation.
The hired student will work in a fast-paced and challenging environment in corroboration with other students and lawyers on tasks such as:
- Conducting legal research
- Drafting pleadings
- Observing things such as motions, examinations for discovery, mediations, pre-trials, hearings, and trials.
Please submit your cover letter and resume with both law school and undergrad transcripts. Eligible candidates will be contacted on a rolling basis.
Approximate Weekly Salary: $750
Application Deadline: February 29, 2024
Start month: April/May 2024
Want to join one of the best Personal Injury Law firms in Mississauga? Our firm is seeking to hire a Legal Assistant with Tort experience to join our well-esteemed Personal Injury team. Bring at least 3+ years of Plaintiff Tort law experience and exceptional organizational and communication skills, and be prepared to deal with fascinating “high profile” cases. Apply for the Law Clerk job position today!
Salary Range: $52,500-$75,000
Primary Duties Include:
- Preparation and editing of correspondence and legal documents (including pleadings, affidavits of documents, trial records, affidavits of service, notice letters, etc.)
- Reviewing documentation and claims from new files
- Organizing and requesting productions and medical documentation from clients and service providers
-Scheduling court proceedings, including Examinations for Discovery, Mediation, and Pre-Trials;
- Assisting with authorizations and productions
- Complying with undertakings in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure
- Opening and closing files
- Maintaining daily contact with clients
- Scheduling appointments
- Issuing and filing documents in accordance with appropriate deadlines and limitations
- Drafting, editing, and filing Statement of Claims and other legal documents in the Superior Court of Justice and Small Claims Court
- Review documents and prepare written materials related to personal injury and employment litigation in Ontario
- Requesting Motor Vehicle Accident Reports, MTO Searches, Property Searches, Corporate and other searches necessary to obtain documents required for litigation
- Communication with our process server regarding service of issued Statements of Claim
- Ensuring claims are served in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure
- Other general and administrative duties as required
Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications:
- Minimum 3+ years of Plaintiff Personal Injury experience
- Legal Assistant Diploma or Paralegal Diploma, along with any other legal continuing education courses is an asset
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Confident and dependable, with strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented atmosphere
- Able to work in person in our main office, located in Mississauga
- General understanding of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure and the Limitations Act
- Strong technical skills (including experience with Microsoft Office, Primafact, Filevine, Medchart Caselines, and the Justice Services Online Filing Portal, preferred)
