Family Law Assistant
Salary: $50,000 - $60,000

Our client is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Legal Assistant to join their Family Law Department. This position would suit an individual who wants to work exclusively in the Family Law practice.

Responsibilities

• Preparing correspondence and legal documents
• Reviewing and drafting financial statements provided by clients
• Completing all documents for uncontested divorces
• Compiling pleadings, including conference briefs, affidavits, financial statements, certificates of financial disclosure, and other court documents
• Arranging for service and filing of court documents
• Managing team members calendars and schedules
• Maintaining daily contact with clients, other counsel, and court officials in a professional manner
• Opening, maintaining, organizing, and closing client files
• Addressing client inquiries and scheduling appointments, as required
• Other general duties as required

Qualifications

• Post-secondary Law Clerk diploma or equivalent degree in related field
• A minimum of two years of relevant Law Clerk experience is required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Excellent technical skills required
• Solid understanding of Family Law rules and court filing processes

• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
• Confident, dependable, and flexible, with strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment

Perks

• Excellent benefits package (Health, Dental, Wellness Program)
• Education and Professional Development Opportunities
• Room for Growth
• 3 weeks vacation and additional paid time off available