Family Law Clerk

Job Summary
We are a boutique Family Law Firm, looking for an experienced Family Law Clerk (2+ years required) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is a self starter, organized, client focused, and willing to work in a team environment.

Duties

Prepare, serve and file (upload) successfully and on time, various court materials such as Motion materials, case briefs, trial documents etc.
Ensuring materials are served/filed, in compliance with the Family Law Rules and local practice directions of each Court (mainly Newmarket; Toronto, Oshawa, Burlington but also others).
Diarize dates/following up and working with the lawyers t ensure court dates/materials and deadlines are met
Preparing initial draft Confirmations in time for counsel to approve - and ensuring Confirmations are filed in time for all court dates
Assisting clients as able; scheduling appointments for calls/meetings between clients and lawyers; taking calls/completing intakes and conflict searches
Organizing and assisting counsel manage their case files/filing etc.
Assisting with and/or drafting first draft financial statements for counsel to review
Qualifications

2+ years of experience as a family law clerk specifically.
Solid administrative skills with a focus on organization and attention to detail.
Strong people skills and ability to communicate with various clients, often in difficult or high stress situations
Join our team as a Family Law Clerk - you will play a vital role in supporting our legal efforts while gaining valuable experience in the field of law - and you will do so, with respect and support.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Commission pay
Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
On-site parking
Work from home
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

family law: 1 year (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Markham, ON L3R 5G1