Family Law clerk

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clerical and file support to two Associate Lawyers, with potential support for a third.
• Assist with the management and administration of family law files.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain legal documentation and correspondence.
• Assist with drafting and formatting family law documents, pleadings, forms, and court materials.
• Coordinate filing deadlines, court dates, discoveries, meetings, and other important appointments.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties as required.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical client files.
• Assist lawyers with document production, disclosure, and other file-related requirements.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure follow-ups are completed promptly.
• Support the lawyers in keeping files progressing efficiently from opening through resolution.
• Maintain approximately 50 billable hours per month.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience working as a Family Law Clerk is strongly preferred.
• A solid understanding of family law procedures, terminology, and documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple lawyers.
• Professional, client-focused approach with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.