Job Description

Martin & Hillyer Associates

, one of Ontario's pre-eminent law firms located in Burlington for over 50 years, has an opening for a

Family Law Clerk, Full-Time

. The successful applicant must have a minimum of 3 years experience working in a family law setting.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

Drafting, preparing, and reviewing legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, disclosure briefs, financial statements, draft orders, etc.. Client intake and paperless file management. Coordinating court filings in compliance with the Family Law Rules and all practice directions. Liaising and maintaining professional relationships with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff. Scheduling and managing calendar obligations, including meetings, court dates, and deadlines. Legal research. Administrative duties, including docketing time, processing accounts, intake of client payments, opening and closing files, etc.. Occasional reception coverage.

The successful candidate will be a confident, detailed-oriented professional with:

A Law Clerk Diploma and a minimum of 3 years of recent experience working in a family law office. Strong working knowledge of the Family Law Rules and familiarity with Ontario's Family Law Act, the Divorce Act*, and other essential family law legislation.
Solid understanding of court procedures and family law practice, and experience dealing directly with clients and legal professionals. Effective writing skills with keen attention to grammar and spelling. Exceptional organizational and communication skills. The ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Adobe Acrobat, DivorceMate, Case Centre, and LEAP.

Compensation:

Competitive salary plus benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, annual gym membership. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Bonuses in recognition of outstanding performance can significantly increase annual earnings.

How to Apply:

Please apply through Indeed.ca.

We thank you in advance for your interest in Martin & Hillyer Associates; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type:

Full-time; Hybrid work-at-home available.

Experience

:

Family Law: 3 years required.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Wellness program Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Burlington, ON L7P 5B1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Family Law: 3 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burlington, ON L7P 5B1