Litigation

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Program Information

 

This course introduces the student to the litigation proceedings in Ontario and the role of the law clerk in a litigation matter. Students will learn about the various court systems, the legislation applicable to each area and the related forms to each phase of litigation, including but not limited to pleadings, discovery, motions, pre-trial, trial and Ontario appellate courts; from both the plaintiff/defendant and applicant/respondent perspectives. An ability to apply the Rules of Civil Procedure is a critical component of becoming an efficient litigation law clerk. Students will also learn the legal research critical to litigation action and how to determine the appropriate uses of client information.

A diverse area of civil practice that presents you with a wide range of duties and responsibilities. These may include legal research, drafting pleadings, preparing documents for court proceedings, preparing documentary evidence, preparing for and assisting at trial, appeals, conducting examinations in aid of execution and the enforcement of orders. This course is especially appropriate for those currently employed as law clerks or experienced legal assistants.

The Litigation course is offered annually, and this time around will run from September – March.

Course Instructor: Lori Markus, Litigation Law Clerk

Attendance: Attendance is mandatory. Classes will not be recorded. Students are expected to attend class on a regular basis.

Exam Date: March 25, 2027 (online)

Course Fee: $575.00 +HST. The Litigation Associate Syllabus is included with course registration.

Course Registration Deadline: Refer to Course and Exam Schedule.

Exam Date: Important information regarding the exam date and registration can be found on the Course and Exam Schedule page.

Important Information: The exam registration is separate from the course registration. Registration for each exam will open in advance of the exam date. Please check the website for updates or email education@ilco.on.ca.

There is no post-exam review and appeal process for exams.

ILCO is pleased to offer the Associate Litigation Course via live Webinar sessions on Zoom. 

The Litigation Course runs 25 weeks and starts Thursday September 10, 2026 - March 11, 2027 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. There is no lecture on December 24, 2026 and December 31, 2026.

 

 

 

Exam & Refund Policy

2027 ILCO Provincial Litigation Exam

Date: Thursday, March 25, 2027 (Online)

Exam Fee: $200.00 + HST


Registration Deadline: March 5, 2027

Withdraw Date: March 5, 2027


Syllabus

The Litigation Associate Syllabus is included with the ILCO Associate course registration. 

Textbook & Recommended Reference Materials

Required Textbooks 

    • Available from Thomson Reuters:
    • Watson & McGowan's Ontario Civil Practice 2026 Edition
      • if necessary, students are permitted to use Miller, Cowan, Walwyn Ontario Annual Practice 2025-2026
    • Make sure you get both volumes: 
      1. Volume 1 Rules
      2. Volume 2 Forms
    • To ensure you get both volumes, please contact Rick Davidovich by email at Rick.Davidovich@thomsonreuters.com or phone 647.376.4143
    • *These books can be used during the exam.
    • Do not get the digital version as you will not be permitted to use it during the exam.
  2. Civil Litigation, Fifth Edition, 2026 Olivo and Kelly; Emond Montgomery (ISBN 978-1-77462-700-6)

Reference Materials - Not Required