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Family Law Legal Assistant Location: Ottawa, Ontario Compensation: $55,000$65,000 (based on experience) Our client, a well-established law firm in Ottawa, is seeking a Family Law Legal Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with family law experience who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused legal environment. Key Responsibilities - Provide administrative and legal support to family law lawyers - Prepare, draft, and format legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, court forms, correspondence, and briefs - File documents with the court (electronic and in-person, as required) and manage court deadlines - Coordinate and schedule court appearances, mediations, discoveries, and client meetings - Maintain and organize physical and electronic client files - Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and external parties - Track limitation periods and critical dates to ensure compliance with court rules - Assist with billing, time entry, and client accounts as required - Update clients on procedural matters and respond to general inquiries Qualifications - 25 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in family law - Diploma or certificate in Legal Administration or Law Clerk program preferred - Strong working knowledge of Ontario family law procedures and court rules - Proficiency with legal practice management software and Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) - Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills in English - Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism - Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset but not required Key Perks & Benefits - Competitive salary of $55,000$65,000 (based on experience) - Comprehensive medical and dental benefits - Generous paid time off (PTO) - Supportive and collaborative team environment - Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training - Stable, long-term opportunity within a respected law firm #J-18808-Ljbffr