About the Company
Our client, a well-established Toronto law firm, is seeking an experienced Family Law Clerk to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and detail-oriented professional with extensive family law experience who can manage complex matters independently while providing exceptional client service.
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate all aspects of family law files, including drafting, organizing and assembling pleadings, financial statements, separation agreements, divorce documentation and other related materials.
- Obtain, review and compile financial disclosure for briefs, affidavits of documents, examinations for discovery and trial preparation.
- Work directly with clients to obtain background information, assist with the preparation of financial statements and disclosure documents, and coordinate the execution of legal documentation.
- Prepare and review complex financial statements, net family property statements and comparative net family property statements, identifying discrepancies, omissions and outstanding disclosure.
- Review client budgets and income information and prepare data for support calculations.
- Assist lawyers with preparation for court appearances, settlement conferences, mediations, arbitrations, examinations and trial proceedings.
- Draft and assist with the preparation of conference briefs, mediation briefs, pleadings, motions, affidavits, factums, offers to settle, agreements, correspondence and reporting letters.
- Prepare court orders based on judicial endorsements, consents and minutes of settlement.
- Coordinate the execution, service and filing of court documents while ensuring all deadlines are met.
- Prepare documentation for uncontested divorces and assist with real estate transactions arising from family law matters, as required.
- Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, courts, financial institutions, government agencies, process servers and other professionals.
- Coordinate with external professionals, including business valuators, real estate appraisers, accountants, actuaries, mediators and arbitrators.
- Maintain accurate file records, proactively manage time entry and ensure billable time is recorded and reviewed daily.
Requirements
- Law Clerk Diploma from an accredited institution.
- 5+ years of experience as a Family Law Clerk within a law firm environment.
- Extensive knowledge of family law procedures, applicable legislation, regulations and the Family Law Rules.
- Advanced experience with DivorceMate software.
- Strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
- Experience with a law firm docketing and billing system, such as 3E; familiarity with a document management system is an asset.
- Excellent drafting, organizational, time management and communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage multiple files, prioritize competing demands and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical, investigative and problem-solving abilities, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated commitment to client service, with the ability to work compassionately and professionally with clients navigating sensitive family law matters.
- Proactive, resourceful and collaborative, with the ability to work independently and contribute positively to a team environment.
- Flexibility to work additional hours during busy periods, as required.
- Demonstrates the highest level of discretion and maintains strict confidentiality at all times.
Compensation
- Salary up to $95,000, commensurate with experience.
- Hybrid remote schedule - 2 days in office.
- Comprehensive benefits.
We do not use AI to screen candidates.
