Mortgage Enforcement Law Clerk

Legal Support Ottawa, Ontario (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid – office located near Carling Avenue)
Posting Status: Open until filled
Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 (based on experience)

Overview

A well-established Ottawa law firm is seeking a Mortgage Enforcement Law Clerk to join its growing litigation team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented law clerk with experience in mortgage enforcement, personal loan collections, and litigation support, who is looking to further develop their expertise in a collaborative and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support lawyers on litigation files, with a strong focus on mortgage enforcement matters. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing the mortgage enforcement process from start to finish

• Communicating directly with debtors, lenders, and property managers for collection purposes

• Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and reports

• Preparing and assembling motion records, affidavits, and other court materials

• Arranging for service of documents and completing court filings

• Opening, maintaining, and updating files within ACL (Automated Civil Litigation) software

• Coordinating Bring Forwards (BFs) and tracking key deadlines

• Maintaining organized and accurate records

• Assisting with other duties as required to support the litigation team

Qualifications & Experience

• 2–4 years of experience as a law clerk, legal assistant, or in a litigation support role

• Experience with mortgage enforcement, power of sale, residential real estate, and/or personal loan collections is strongly preferred

• Familiarity with the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure is an asset

• Experience using ACL Automated Civil Litigation software is an asset

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients, lawyers, and external parties

• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision

• Professional, responsive, and positive work ethic

Why This Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to work with an experienced legal team in a supportive and values-driven environment, with strong exposure to mortgage enforcement and litigation processes. It is well suited to someone looking to grow both professionally and technically within a stable firm.

Accessibility & Inclusion

Applications from individuals with disabilities are encouraged. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.