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Family Law Associate


Company : Hays


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2026-03-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Your New Company Join a highly respected boutique family law firm known for its supportive culture, exceptional mentorship, and genuine commitment to helping lawyers build long, fulfilling careers. This firm is dedicated to developing its peoplewhether your passion is advocacy, drafting, strategy, or appearing in court, there is a place for you to thrive. Youll work closely with an experienced Partner who is invested in your growth, ensuring you receive meaningful mentorship, handson training, and ongoing career development opportunities. With flexible working arrangements, no billable target, and a strong emphasis on worklife balance, this is a rare opportunity for a family law lawyer seeking both professional advancement and workplace wellbeing. Your New Job As a Family Law Associate with 26 years of experience, you will work exclusively on private client matters and be integrated into a busy, sophisticated family law practice. Your work will be tailored to your strengths and interestsyou may argue motions, run smaller matters independently, participate in mediations and arbitrations, or focus on research and drafting behind the scenes. Youll be paired with a Partner who will ensure you receive the right level of mentorship, exposure, and support. This role is ideal for someone who wants highquality files, meaningful courtroom experience (if desired), and an environment that emphasizes professional development over billable pressure. Key responsibilities include: Managing private family law files with Partner oversight Drafting pleadings, affidavits, and detailed financial and legal analyses Attending court, mediations, and arbitrations (to the degree you prefer) Conducting legal research and preparing persuasive written materials Supporting strategic decisionmaking in active matters Contributing to a collaborative, teamoriented culture This position offers hybrid work, flexible hours, and a competitive compensation range of $130,000$180,000, plus discretionary bonus. What Youll Need to Succeed You will excel in this role if you bring: 26 years of experience practicing family law Exposure to private family law matters including motions, conferences, drafting, and client management Strong writing skills and sound judgment A growth mindset and interest in longterm career development A collaborative, professional attitude and excellent communication The ability to manage deadlines and work independently when required Enthusiasm for either advocacy or behindthescenes workthis firm supports both paths What Youll Get in Return A highly competitive salary of $130,000$180,000, plus discretionary bonus No billable targeta rare and meaningful benefit A hybrid work model and flexible working hours Exceptional mentorship, including being paired with a Partner A personalized career pathwhether you want to litigate, argue pieces of motions, or focus on drafting, the firm will support your growth A collaborative environment that values professional development, balance, and longterm success The opportunity to work on interesting, highquality private client files with a respected family law team