Job Description

About Lamothe Law

Lamothe Law is a compassionate and client-centered law firm dedicated to supporting families and protecting children through challenging legal matters. With a focus on family law and child protection, we provide thoughtful, strategic, and empathetic legal representation. Our team is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and empatheticLegal Assistantto join our growing team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our lawyers in delivering high-quality legal services in family and child protection cases. This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and a genuine interest in helping families navigate the legal system.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and manage legal documents including affidavits, pleadings, and court forms Maintain and organize client files - primarily electronic*
Schedule court appearances, client meetings, and conferences Liaise with clients, court staff, and other third party professionals Perform general administrative duties such as answering phone calls Assist with legal research and case preparation Ensure confidentiality and sensitivity in all client interactions Utilize legal software such as LEAP to retrieve and organize case-related information Utilize Microsoft products and Adobe

Qualifications

1 year of experience in a legal assistant role, preferably in family or child protection law. Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities with compassion and professionalism Knowledge of Ontario family law procedures and court systems Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma/certificate preferred Bilingualism (English and French) is considered a strong asset

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in family and child protection law to jlamothe@lamothelaw.ca or through Indeed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

Greater Sudbury, ON P3E 3M5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

legal assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (required) French (preferred)
Location:

Greater Sudbury, ON P3E 3M5 (required)
Work Location: In person