Job Description

We are on the hunt for a dynamic and detail-oriented

Family and Civil Legal Assistant

to join our lively team. If you have a knack for organizing chaos, a passion for family law, and a sense of humor that can lighten even the toughest cases, we want you!

Key Responsibilities:

Assist our Family and Civil lawyers with case preparation, research, and trial support.

Manage and organize case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and accessible.

Draft legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings with precision and flair.

Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and other parties to schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.

Conduct preliminary legal research and compile relevant information for case preparation.

Answer phone calls and emails with professionalism and a touch of personality.

Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.

Requirements:

Previous experience as a family law legal assistant, paralegal is required.

Strong understanding of family law and legal procedures including filing procedures.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficient in legal research and case management software.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Must be located in Canada.

Must possess Canadian work authorization.

Ability to work independently and as part of a fun-loving team.

A sense of humor and a positive attitude!

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary based on experience (we're happy to discuss!).

A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Regular team-building activities and office events.

An office culture that values work-life balance and good vibes.

If you're ready to bring your legal expertise and fun personality to our team, we'd love to hear from you!

Esquire Law is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please do not apply if you are seeking articles, we are not hiring any articling students at this time. We encourage those seeking articles to continue to seek out articles and to follow us for possible articling position postings. Applicants seeking articles will not be considered for this role. This post is for a legal assistant role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care
Application question(s):

Do you have Criminal legal assistant experience? (not required but is a bonus)
Experience:

family legal assistant : 1 year (preferred) Civil legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person