Law Clerk / Legal Assistant

Law Clerk / Legal Assistant

We are recruiting for a well established, full service law firm in Etobicoke that is looking for an experienced Law Clerk / Legal Assistant interested in building a long term career in family law.

Previous family law experience is not required. The firm is looking for someone with law clerk experience who enjoys the profession and wants to continue growing in that role. Full training in family law will be provided.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced family law team, learn a new area of law and develop specialized skills in a supportive environment.

For someone looking for stability, professional development and a long term career as a Family Law Clerk, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage family law court documents, financial statements, affidavits, conference briefs, motion materials and trial records
• Manage complex financial disclosure, Net Family Property calculations and support calculations using DivorceMate
• Organize and maintain continuing records, motion records, document briefs and trial materials
• Handle court filings through Justice Services Online and manage hearing materials through Case Center
• Track court deadlines, disclosure obligations, undertakings and other critical dates
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, court offices and other professionals involved in the file
• Manage a busy litigation calendar and work closely with counsel to keep files moving efficiently

Ideal Background

• Previous law clerk experience is considered an asset.
• Strong experience with family law litigation and Ontario court procedures
• Experience with complex financial disclosure and/or high conflict parenting matters
• Proficiency with DivorceMate, Case Center and Justice Services Online
• Strong drafting, organization and file management skills
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of files
• Able to manage demanding deadlines and sensitive client situations with professionalism and discretion

Compensation

$70,000 to $90,000 annually, depending on experience, with flexibility for a particularly strong candidate.

The firm also offers extended healthcare coverage, a Health Spending Account, bonus opportunities and on site parking.