We are Niagara’s oldest (1882) and now largest law firm, located in St Catharines – our established, and respected family law department is expanding. We are seeking a Law Clerk for our Family Law Department.
This role requires a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Family Law Act and Family Law rules, court procedures including filing deadlines and initiative to work independently with a strong attention to detail.
Responsibilities will include:
- Work closely with Family Law Lawyers and legal assistants
- Responsible for day-to-day management of family law files assigned by supervising lawyers
- Draft separation agreements / marriage contracts
- Draft pleadings, Affidavits, motions, conference briefs, Financial Statements, Net Family Property Statements, and any other documents as instructed by the lawyers.
- Draft correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties
- DivorceMate calculations and certificates of financial disclosure
- Communicate by telephone, correspondence and e-mail communication between clients, courts, opposing counsel and other parties
- Compile complex financial statements and net family property statements
- Document briefs and organization of disclosure
- Maintain daily task list for all client files
- Docket time spent on files
- Extensive knowledge of DivorceMate, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe
- Any other tasks assigned
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
- 3 years of relevant experience within the Family Law practice area
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, while providing superior service to our clients
- Law Clerk Diploma
- Thorough knowledge of Family Law rules
- Highly organized and able to multi-task and prioritize appropriately.
Job Type: Full-time employment, Health and Dental Benefits, Competitive Salary
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- Do you have a Law Clerk Diploma?
Experience:
- law clerk: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Expected start date: 2023-04-03