Family Law clerk

Synectics Inc.; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Family Law Clerk to support two associate lawyers, with potential backing for a third. The role involves managing family law files, drafting and organizing pleadings, and coordinating court dates and disclosures.

You will ensure timely communications with clients and opposing counsel and maintain orderly client files. The position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask across multiple files, and a professional, confidential

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Family Law Clerk is strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of family law procedures, terminology, and documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and file support to two Associate Lawyers, with potential support for a third.
• Assist with management and administration of family law files.
• Prepare and maintain legal documentation and correspondence.
• Draft and format family law documents, pleadings, forms, and court materials.
• Coordinate filing deadlines, court dates, discoveries, meetings, and appointments.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and others as required.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical client files.
• Assist lawyers with document production, disclosure, and file requirements.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely follow-ups.
• Support progression of files from opening to resolution.
• Maintain approximately 50 billable hours per month.

Skills

Family Law Clerk

Organization & Time Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Independent Work

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clerical and file support to two Associate Lawyers, with potential support for a third.
• Assist with the management and administration of family law files.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain legal documentation and correspondence.
• Assist with drafting and formatting family law documents, pleadings, forms, and court materials.
• Coordinate filing deadlines, court dates, discoveries, meetings, and other important appointments.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties as required.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical client files.
• Assist lawyers with document production, disclosure, and other file-related requirements.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure follow-ups are completed promptly.
• Support the lawyers in keeping files progressing efficiently from opening through resolution.
• Maintain approximately 50 billable hours per month.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience working as a Family Law Clerk is strongly preferred.
• A solid understanding of family law procedures, terminology, and documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple lawyers.
• Professional, client-focused approach with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.