Family Law Clerk

We are partnering with a family law office in Ottawa to recruit an experienced Law Clerk. This is an opportunity to join a busy practice in a key, hands-on role, working directly with the practitioner and taking ownership of legal file management, client-facing administration, and day-to-day office operations.

About Our Client:
Our client is an established, busy sole practitioner family law office serving clients in Ottawa and the surrounding area. Operating in a small, quiet office environment, the practice offers a close working relationship with the practitioner and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to its day-to-day operations.

The practice primarily focuses on resolving family law matters through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and settlement conferences, with limited trial work. This creates an opportunity to support a variety of family law matters while working in a more collaborative, resolution-focused legal environment.

About The Opportunity:
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Law Clerk to become an essential part of a small legal practice. Working closely with the practitioner, you will take on a broad range of responsibilities spanning legal file management, document preparation, client communication, office administration, and basic financial administration.
The successful candidate will enjoy a high level of trust and independence, with the opportunity to take ownership of their work and help keep the practice running smoothly. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats and being relied upon as a key member of the office.

About The Position:
Reporting directly to the sole practitioner, the Law Clerk will oversee the day-to-day administrative and clerical needs of the family law practice. This is a hands-on, hybrid position combining traditional law clerk responsibilities with legal assistant, reception, and basic bookkeeping functions.

Responsibilities Will Include:

• Managing and organizing family law files and prioritizing competing tasks.
• Drafting, preparing, and formatting legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinating court-related administration, including electronic filing and document management.
• Answering incoming calls and assisting with general client communication.
• Preparing invoices and assisting with bookkeeping and financial administration.
• Providing general office support and proactively identifying administrative needs.
• Supporting the practitioner with the day-to-day operation of the practice.
  
  

The Requirements:

• Minimum 4+ years of experience working as a Law Clerk.
• Family law experience is considered a strong asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in preparing legal documents.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Microsoft Word and document formatting.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage competing priorities.
• Comfortable handling basic bookkeeping, invoicing, and financial administration.
• Strong organizational skills, reliability, and punctuality.
• Comfortable working in a small, quiet, sole practitioner office environment.
  
  

Additional Assets:

• Law Clerk, Legal Administration, or related post-secondary diploma, or a university degree.
• Familiarity with Case Center or the ability to learn new legal technology quickly.
  
  

Compensation:

• Hourly compensation: $35/hour. 
  
  

At Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.