Family Legal Assistant
Job Description
Family Legal Assistant
Attention Legal Assistants! Are you looking to be part of a firm that is dedicated to making a change and serving their clients? Look no further than Our Client, a prominent family law firm, looking for a Legal Assistant to join their busy office in the GTA. This is an exciting opportunity to gain exposure to intriguing cases with some of the best professionals in the business, and to use your expertise to make a difference. Very supportive and friendly, the team here will have your back so you can be your best self. Find your success with an amazing firm and apply now! Benefits and competitive salary offered.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing legal documents i.e. motions, confirmations, notice of motions, affidavits
- Drafting court orders
- Servicing and filing court documents to Ontario courts
- Drafting reports
- Scheduling court dates
- Corresponding with outside counsel
- Scheduling appointments with process servers
- Organizing and maintaining files
- Other general duties
Qualifications
- 3+ years of family law experience as a legal assistant
- Law Clerk/Legal Assistant Diploma
- Solid understanding of Family Law Rules and court filing processes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
- Confident and dependable, with strong initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team oriented atmosphere
- Strong technical skills
How to Apply: To apply, please forward your resume to Sabrina at sabrina@cartelinc.com
