Legal

North York, ON, CA, Canada

Job Description

Job Posting: Family Law Legal Assistant/Law Clerk



Location:

Yonge and Finch Area, North York

Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Salary:

$60,000-$80,000 per year

Benefits:



Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Vision care

About Us


Our firm is a dynamic, client-focused legal practice specializing in family law, criminal law, and immigration law.

Located in the Yonge and Finch area of North York, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality legal services while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. We are currently seeking a

Family Law Legal Assistant/Law Clerk

to join our experienced and compassionate team.

Key Responsibilities


As a key member of our team, you will provide essential support to our family law practice, including:

Drafting and preparing various legal documents, including: Correspondence to clients and lawyers Court orders, 14B motions, and divorce applications Certificates of Financial Disclosure and Financial Statements Bills of costs, affidavits of documents, and books of authority Assembling answers to undertakings and preparing court briefs. Managing the scheduling of client appointments and court appearances. Filing, serving, and organizing court documents in compliance with filing rules and practice directions across the GTA. Utilizing legal tools like Divorcemate and document management systems (e.g., MatterSphere) to manage case files effectively. Proofreading and formatting documents to ensure grammatical and spelling accuracy. Handling additional administrative and legal tasks as required to ensure the smooth operation of the practice.

Qualifications



Required:

3+ years of experience in family law within a legal firm setting. Certification as a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk from a recognized institution. Strong knowledge of MS Office, Divorcemate, and Adobe. Familiarity with rules of service, filing, and court practices across the GTA. Excellent attention to detail and time management skills. Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred:

Familiarity with managing complex family law files, including divorce, custody, spousal support, and property division. Previous experience working in a busy family law environment.

What We're Looking For


We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented individual who is passionate about family law and thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. The successful candidate will have the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and will be dedicated to supporting clients through some of life's most challenging moments.

Work Schedule



As required

How to Apply


If you are ready to join a high-performing team of legal professionals and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients, please submit:

Your resume A cover letter detailing your experience in family law and why you are interested in this position
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join Us


At our firm, we believe in fostering growth and collaboration. This is more than a job--it's an opportunity to contribute to a practice dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services while advancing your career in family law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Casual, Freelance, Apprenticeship, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $16.55-$47.08 per hour

Additional pay:

Commission pay
Benefits:

Casual dress Commuter benefits Company events Discounted or free food Flexible schedule On-site parking Profit sharing Work from home
Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Night shift On call Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:

North York, ON M2N 4S1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Language:

Farsi (preferred) Spanish (preferred) dari (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in North York, ON M2N 4S1

Expected start date: 2025-07-02

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2448063
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    North York, ON, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned