Lawyer
- Waterloo, ON, Canada
$110,000 to $150,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $110,000 to $150,000 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 2+ years' experience in family law.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
About the Opportunity
Our client, a highly reputable full-service law firm, is seeking a junior Family Lawyer (2+ years' experience) to join its growing family law practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer looking to further develop their practice while working alongside experienced practitioners in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and client-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage family law files from intake through resolution.
- Provide strategic legal advice and representation to clients on a broad range of family law matters.
- Draft pleadings, affidavits, financial statements, settlement proposals, domestic contracts, and other legal documentation.
- Prepare for and attend mediations, conferences, motions, trials, and other court appearances.
- Negotiate settlements and advocate on behalf of clients.
- Conduct legal research and prepare written legal opinions and submissions.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional service and communication.
Qualifications
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
- 2+ years' experience in family law.
- Experience managing files with increasing levels of independence and responsibility.
- Strong knowledge of Ontario family law legislation, Family Law Rules, and court procedures.
- Excellent advocacy, negotiation, legal research, and drafting skills.
- Strong organizational and client management abilities.
- Experience with mediation, negotiation, and litigation proceedings is considered an asset.
What Is Offered
- Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities.
- Hybrid work flexibility.
- Meaningful client contact and file responsibility.
- Strong administrative and legal support resources.
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
- Collegial and collaborative team culture.
- Opportunity to join a growing practice with significant long-term career growth potential.
If you are a family lawyer looking to advance your career with a growing and highly regarded regional law firm, we encourage you to apply.
All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality. Qualified candidates interested in learning more are encouraged to apply or reach out directly to: larson.wadlegger@roberthalf.com.
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Responsibilities
Manage family law matters from intake through resolution, advising and representing clients across a broad range of issues. Draft legal documents, prepare for and attend dispute resolution and court proceedings, negotiate settlements, conduct legal research, and maintain strong client relationships.
Requirements
Candidates must be in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario and have at least two years of family law experience, including increasing independence in file management. They should have strong knowledge of Ontario family law legislation, rules, and court procedures, along with excellent advocacy, negotiation, research, drafting, organizational, and client management skills.
Skills
- Family Law
- Legal Advice
- Client Representation
- File Management
- Legal Drafting
- Advocacy
- Negotiation
- Legal Research
- Mediation
- Litigation
- Ontario Family Law
- Court Procedures
- Organization
- Client Communication
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Bonus Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Flexibility
- Administrative And Legal Support
- Professional Development
- Mentorship
- Collaborative Team Culture
- Career Growth Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact email
larson.wadlegger@roberthalf.com
Categories
- Legal
Keywords
- Family Law
- Law Society Of Ontario
- Ontario Family Law Legislation
- Family Law Rules
- Court Procedures
- File Management
- Legal Advice
- Client Representation
- Pleadings
- Affidavits
- Financial Statements
- Settlement Proposals
- Domestic Contracts
- Mediation
- Conferences
- Motions
- Trials
- Court Appearances
- Settlement Negotiation
- Legal Research
- Legal Opinions
- Written Submissions
- Client Relationships
- Advocacy
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation