Family Law Clerk

Family Law Clerk

100% Remote | Ontario | 1–3 Years of Experience

A growing Ontario law firm is seeking a Family Law Clerk to join its team on a 100% remote basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Law Clerk with 1–3 years of experience who is looking to continue developing their skills within a supportive, collaborative, and professional legal environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with Family Law lawyers and clients, assisting with file management, document preparation, court filings, and day-to-day administration of Family Law matters.

The Opportunity

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to grow their career in Family Law.

You will have the opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of Family Law matters while working directly with experienced lawyers and supporting files from intake through resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers with the management of Family Law files from intake through resolution.
• Prepare, draft, format, and revise legal correspondence and documents.
• Assist with preparing pleadings, court forms, affidavits, financial statements, briefs, and other Family Law documents.
• Prepare and organize documents for court filings and hearings.
• Assist with electronic filing and service of court documents.
• Monitor limitation dates, court deadlines, and other important dates.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic client files.
• Coordinate meetings, examinations, mediations, conferences, and hearings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and other legal professionals.
• Assist lawyers with trial and hearing preparation.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Maintain lawyer calendars and file management systems.
• Conduct basic administrative and clerical tasks related to Family Law files.
• Assist with document organization, disclosure, and file preparation.
• Perform other duties as required to support the Family Law team.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of Family Law Clerk or Legal Assistant experience.
• Previous experience working in an Ontario Family Law practice.
• Familiarity with Ontario Family Law procedures and court processes.
• Experience with Family Law forms, pleadings, financial statements, affidavits, and court documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines.
• Professional and client-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with legal practice management or document management software is an asset.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who has established a foundation in Family Law and is looking for an opportunity to expand their knowledge and take on greater responsibility.

You should be comfortable working independently while also being a strong team player. Since this is a fully remote position, strong communication, organization, accountability, and time-management skills are particularly important.

What the Firm Offers

• 100% remote work environment
• Opportunity to work with an experienced Family Law team.
• Supportive and collaborative work culture.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Exposure to a broad range of Family Law matters.
• Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility.
• Long-term career growth.
• Flexible remote working environment.

Position Details

Position: Family Law Clerk
Location: Ontario, Canada
Work Arrangement: 100% Remote
Experience: 1–3 years of Family Law experience
Practice Area: Family Law
Employment Type: Full-Time

How to Apply

If you are a Family Law Clerk with 1–3 years of experience and are looking for a 100% remote opportunity with a supportive legal team, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume for confidential consideration.