Family Law Clerk
Murphy Family Law
Collingwood, Ontario
Full-time | Permanent
About Us
Murphy Family Law is a boutique family law firm serving Simcoe and Grey Counties. We practice exclusively family law because it matters - helping people navigate some of the most difficult transitions of their lives with clarity, empathy, and practical judgment.
We are a values-driven practice that prioritizes professionalism, civility, teamwork, and high-quality client service. Our firm operates in a hybrid, paper-lite environment and embraces technology to work smarter while maintaining a human, client-centered approach.
We are looking to add an experienced Family Law Clerk who takes pride in their work, enjoys managing files end‑to‑end, and values being part of a collaborative legal team.
The Role
As a Family Law Clerk at Murphy Family Law, you will provide comprehensive support to a team of 2 to 3 lawyers with established family law practices. You will play a key role in both in‑court and out‑of‑court matters, managing files, preparing documents, and supporting clients through sensitive and often emotional processes.
This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who is confident managing family law files and who appreciates that excellent clerk work is essential to good advocacy and positive client outcomes.
What You’ll Do
File Management & Court Support
- Manage family law files from opening to resolution, including pleadings, disclosure, and correspondence
- Prepare and manage court documents, including Applications, Answers, affidavits, financial statements, conference briefs, motion materials, and Orders
- File and serve documents in accordance with the Family Law Rules and court deadlines
- Assist lawyers with preparation for conferences, motions, mediations, and negotiations
Client & Practice Support
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and third parties
- Organize and review disclosure (financial, parenting, and related records)
- Maintain accurate file records, calendars, and limitation dates
- Support a paper‑lite, technology‑forward workflow using modern practice management tools
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with lawyers and administrative staff to ensure smooth day‑to‑day file progress
- Contribute to a respectful, supportive, and collaborative workplace culture
What You Bring
- Minimum 2–3 years of recent experience as a Family Law Clerk in Ontario
- Strong working knowledge of Ontario family law procedures, Rules, and court forms
- Experience preparing pleadings, financial statements, court materials, and correspondence independently
- Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time‑management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfort with legal technology such as DivorceMate, Soluno and Microsoft 365–based workflows
- A professional, client‑focused, and team‑oriented approach
Experience with Simcoe or Grey County courts is an asset, but not required.
Why Work With Us
- Focused practice: Family law is all we do - and we care deeply about doing it well
- Values‑led firm: Civility, integrity, empathy, and teamwork matter here
- Modern practice: Paper‑lite systems, technology‑supported workflows, and practical processes
- Quality of life: Practice law in one of Ontario’s best four‑season communities
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Benefits package (health and dental)
How to Apply
Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your family law experience and interest in the role to [email protected].
- While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
