Family Law Legal Assistant (Hybrid Remote)
Job Description
Benefits, hybrid-work model, and competitive salary – this firm has so much to offer! Our Client, a full-service, highly successful law firm, with offices across the province, is seeking a Family Law Legal Assistant to join their Toronto office. If you have a minimum five-years relevant experience and great interpersonal skills, we want to hear from you! You would have the opportunity to work for two down-to-earth and extremely friendly associates, and gain training as a law clerk. If you are looking to improve your expertise and step up the career ladder, then this is the one for you! Apply now.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and review correspondence, legal document, Affidavit of Documents, pleadings briefs, and disclosure briefs.
- Assist with trial and court preparations.
- Prepare financial statements.
- Transcribe letters, memos, and documents.
- Communicate with clients and opposing counsel in a professional manner.
- Schedule and maintain the law firm’s calendar.
- Prepare, maintain, and organize client files.
- Oversee administrative and reception duties, such as filing, faxing, scanning/photocopying, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of Family Law experience
- Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Diploma or Certification
- Proficiency in MS Office, Divorcemate, and docketing system
- Experience dealing with courts and clients
- Knowledge of Family Law Rules and Court filing processes
- Strong oral and written communication skills and outstanding interpersonal and client service skills
- Exceptional organizational, time management, and detail orientation skills
- Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills
- Dependable and flexible team player
- Ability to multi-task and manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina Ungar, Manager – Legal Support at sabrina@cartelinc.com
We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants, and on request, will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout our recruitment process. We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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