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Family Law Assistant - Permanent - 19232

$48k - $60k per year
Full-time

LRO Staffing

About The Opportunity

Our client is a law firm located in downtown Ottawa. They are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Family Law team for a one-year contract.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Preparation of correspondence and legal documentation including extensive editing and quality assurance
  • Preparation of family law forms, briefs and other materials to be filed with the Court
  • Schedule and manage client consultations, court dates, and appointments
  • Coordinate external and internal communication
  • Daily maintenance of client files and address client inquiries as required
  • Daily preparation of dockets and client billings
  • Maintenance of electronic and physical filing systems

About You

The successful candidate will have the following:

  • Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma from recognized post-secondary institute or suitable combination of education and experience
  • 2+ years of law office experience in family law
  • In-depth knowledge of court forms and court filing systems
  • Proficiency in composing, organizing, and presenting client financial disclosures, preliminary legal documents, and affidavits
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and DivorceMate
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional presentation
  • Strong client service ethic
  • Ability to plan, organize and prioritize job tasks in order to meet tight deadlines
  • Ability to respond effectively and professionally to changes in schedules and priorities
  • Ability to ensure consistent attention to details and ability to problem solve
  • Ability to work in a collegial but fast paced environment
  • Ability to exercise discretion when dealing with sensitive information

About the Job

Salary will depend on experience, but will likely fall within the $48,000 to $60,000/year range. This position requires onsite attendance.

How To Apply

Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to ***email_hidden***. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19232 .

LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.

Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

Vacancy posted 20 days ago
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