Associate Family Law Lawyer

Progressive Legal Solutions; Richmond Hill; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Legal Solutions seeks a Family Law Lawyer in Richmond Hill to manage various family law cases. The candidate will independently handle caseloads, draft legal documents, and provide strategic advice in a collaborative work culture that values initiative and growth. A competitive salary starting at CAD 80,000 with bonuses and a rich benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Benefits package including health, dental, and vision care

Paid time off

On-site parking

Growth-minded culture with mentorship

Qualifications

• A lawyer licensed by the Law Society of Ontario and in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years of post-call experience in family law litigation, including trial work.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a full caseload of family law matters.
• Appear in Ontario courts on motions, conferences, and trials.
• Draft and finalize legal documentation, including pleadings and agreements.

Skills

Litigation

Negotiation

Legal Advice

Client Service

Advocacy

Education

Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario

3 years of post-call experience in family law litigation

Job description

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Location 2: Hybrid Remote (Barrie, ON)

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Compensation: Starting at $80,000+ with performance-based bonuses

Progressive Legal Solutions is growing - and we're hiring!

We’re expanding our family law practice and opening a new office in Richmond Hill to better serve clients across the GTA, including Toronto and Newmarket. To support this growth, we’re looking for an experienced, driven Family Law Lawyer with a strong litigation background who can confidently take on an active caseload right away.

If you’re looking to join a team where your hard work, skill, and results are recognized and rewarded — and you thrive in a culture built on trust, collaboration, and excellence — this could be the perfect fit.

What You’ll Do

• Independently manage a full caseload of family law matters, from intake through to trial
• Appear in Ontario courts on motions, conferences, and trials
• Lead negotiations, mediations, and case strategy meetings
• Draft, review, and finalize all required legal documentation including pleadings, separation agreements, and cohabitation agreements
• Provide clear, strategic legal advice to clients in high-conflict or complex matters
• Collaborate with our team of dedicated legal professionals for case support and cross-coverage

Who You Are

• A lawyer licensed by the Law Society of Ontario and in good standing
• Minimum 3 years of post-call experience in family law litigation, including trial work and contested hearings
• Confident managing files with limited supervision while maintaining exceptional client service
• Strong command of the Family Law Rules, court procedures, and local practices in Central East and Toronto regions
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Energetic, resourceful, and able to juggle competing priorities under pressure
• Eager to grow in a firm that values initiative, creativity, and performance

Why Join PLS?

• Work with purpose – Help clients navigate some of life’s most difficult challenges with compassion and skill
• Hybrid flexibility – Enjoy a mix of in-office collaboration and work-from-home convenience
• High-impact work – Take ownership of meaningful files from day one
• Compensation that reflects your contribution – Base salary starting at $80,000, with generous bonus potential
• Growth-minded culture – We invest in our people through mentorship, collaboration, and shared wins
• Benefits package – Includes health, dental, vision care, paid time off, and on-site parking

Ready to Apply?

We’re looking for team players who are ready to contribute from day one and help shape the future of our growing practice.

Submit your resume and brief cover letter via LinkedIn or directly to [e-mail]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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Job function

• Job function

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• Industries

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