Family Law Clerk

Family Law Clerk

Cartel Inc is partnering with a well-established and growing law firm that is looking to add an experienced Family Law Clerk to its team. This is an opportunity for someone who knows Family Law, enjoys being busy, and wants to work somewhere that combines high standards with a genuinely good team culture. The firm has a fast-paced, dynamic practice, yet the environment is collaborative and colleagues are quick to support one another. The role is hybrid and comes with an excellent compensation package, extensive benefits, perks, and more! If you are ready for a move where your experience will be valued, your work will have impact, and you’ll be surrounded by people who actually enjoy working together, we’d love to connect. Apply now!

Location: Southwestern Ontario

Salary: Up to $90K (Based on Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage family law files from intake to resolution, including deadlines, court dates, filings, and service.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, affidavits, briefs, motions, mediation materials, and correspondence.
• Manage disclosure, Continuing Records, and court documentation.
• Prepare and analyze Financial Statements, financial disclosure, support calculations, and Net Family Property.
• Prepare materials and assist lawyers with conferences, motions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Communicate with clients and proactively identify and address file requirements.
• Maintain accurate, organized files and ensure procedural compliance.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• 5+ years of law clerk experience, with significant Family Law experience.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario Family Law procedures, court processes, and financial disclosure.
• Experience with complex family law matters, including motions, conferences, mediations, and trials.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage files independently with accuracy, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and legal technology/e-filing systems; ACL and DivorceMate an asset.
• ILCO membership or eligibility is an asset.

To apply, please forward your resume to Zaheeda Merali, Manager – Law Clerk Division at zaheeda@cartelinc.com