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Full-time legal assistant/clerk


Company : Confidential


Location : Goderich, Huron County, ON


Created : 2025-05-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Family Law Clerk Primary Duties: Work closely with Family Law Lawyers, clerks, and administrative team Responsible for day-to-day management of family law files assigned by supervising lawyer 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 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, including review and analysis of corporate financial statements and business evaluations, as well as complex farm properties Maintain daily task list for all client files Docket time spent on files Extensive knowledge of Divorce Mate, Microsoft Office Suite, Leap or equivalent billing of client management software, and Adobe Any other tasks assigned Skills/Knowledge/Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience within the Family Law practice area Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, with an emphasis on excellence to our clients Relevant post-secondary education (University Degree or Law Clerk Diploma) Extensive knowledge of Divorce Mate, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Thorough knowledge of Family Law rules, legal procedures, and statutes Highly organized and able to multi-task and prioritize appropriately.