Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Manage a range of family law matters: divorce, child custody & access, child and spousal support, property division, and preparing separation agreements. Handle real estate law files: residential (and/or commercial) purchase & sale transactions, mortgages, title & off-title searches, easements, leases and discharges. Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents; provide clear, practical advice to clients. Representing clients in court, mediations, and other dispute resolution sessions. Maintain regular communications with clients; respond to inquiries, update on file progress. Oversee real estate transactions to ensure compliance with legal / regulatory requirements. Collaborate with the legal team (law clerks, legal assistants, other lawyers) to deliver high-quality, timely service.
Qualifications

Required:

Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (or equivalent jurisdiction). Minimum 2-4 years of post-call experience practicing family law and/or real estate law. Preference for candidates with experience in bothareas. Strong working knowledge of Ontario family law statutes/procedures, real estate transaction processes. Excellent oral and written English communication skills. Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese or other) is a strong asset. Ability to handle files independently, manage client relationships, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines. Goal-oriented: comfortable with performance metrics / targets (e.g. billings, file closings).
Assets (not required but preferred):

Experience in high volume real estate transactions. Experience litigating contested family law matters. Familiarity with legal software (e-filing, document management). Multilingual skills beyond English/Chinese.
Compensation & Benefits

Full-time position. Annual base salary plus performance-based commission structure.
How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter. Use subject line "Application - Family & Real Estate Lawyer". In your cover letter, please highlight:

Your experience in family law and/or real estate law (with specific examples); Your experience managing files from start to finish; Any language skills, particularly Chinese; Your expectations for compensation/benefits.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person