Family Law Clerk

Siskinds LLP; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Family Law Clerk to join its dynamic team in Sarnia. This role offers the opportunity to work within a technologically advanced environment while supporting a Family Law Associate. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in legal studies, along with relevant experience in family law. Responsibilities include managing client files, preparing legal documents, and ensuring smooth communication with clients and the court. Join a firm that values collaboration and provides comprehensive training and support, making it an excellent place for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Subsidized downtown parking

State-of-the-art building

Technologically advanced environment

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in Family Law.
• Post-secondary education in Legal Assistant or similar field required.

Responsibilities

• Manage client files and billing processes.
• Draft correspondence and assist with court documents.
• Schedule appointments and manage calendars.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Client Service Skills

Multi-tasking

Knowledge of Family Law

Docketing Practices

Education

Post-secondary Education (Legal Assistant/Law Clerk/Paralegal)

Tools

Divorce Mate Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Siskinds LLP is a leading law firm located in Southwestern Ontario. We are a team of over 240 lawyers and staff covering personal legal services, business law, personal injury law, and class actions law as well as over 25 specialized practice areas. We help clients make the right legal choices, manage their legal affairs, and resolve complicated matters. Our culture and working style strive to make our clients’ experiences comfortable, reassuring, and productive while delivering excellence in the services we provide.

Family Law Clerk– Sarnia Office (Full-time)

What are you looking for?

• Being part of a cohesive team that promotes collaboration and teamwork.
• Working in a technologically advanced environment with exposure to many specialized computer applications.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Strength of a big firm with the culture of a small firm.
• Subsidized downtown parking.
• Working within a state-of-the-art building.

Who are we looking for?

We are currently seeking a Family Law Clerk for our Family Law department in Sarnia. This position will require you to provide support to a Family Law Associate. Our ideal candidate will have a post-secondary education (Legal Assistant/Law Clerk/Paralegal), will have a minimum of 1-3 years’ relevant experience, and/or a sound working knowledge of this area.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 Years relevant experience, and/or a sound working knowledge of this area.
• Post secondary education (Legal Assistant/Law Clerk/Paralegal).
• Sound administrative, time management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and grammatical).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to be proactive and follow through.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work to deadlines.
• Above average keyboarding/computer skills (primarily Word and Outlook).
• Knowledge of the Family Rules and all relevant legislation including Divorce Act, Family Law Act, Children’s Law Reform Act.
• Previous experience with Divorce Mate software is an asset.
• Superior communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Strong client service skills.
• Exceptional docketing practices.

Responsibilities:

• Opening and closing files.
• Preparation of retainer and referral agreements.
• Paying invoices.
• Managing billing and accounting processes, including docket entry, preparation of client accounts and invoices.
• Filing, scheduling meetings, client intakes, and day to day client communication.
• Generating accounts.
• Organizing and maintaining files.
• Drafting correspondence and limited court documents.
• Routine communication with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Scheduling of appointments and court appearances along with overall management of calendar.
• Assisting with trial and hearing preparation under supervision.

Please submit your resume by clicking below “Apply Now” within the posting on our Careers page. Deadline for submissions of resumes is Friday, April 11, 2025.

We are a cohesive team, and being a team player as well as having a strong technical ability and a positive attitude will make you an ideal choice candidate.

We offer a technologically advanced environment with exposure to many specialized computer applications. Our comprehensive in-house training and ongoing support is of the highest level. We offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Siskinds is an equal opportunity employer and will work with and accommodate persons with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment, selection, and on-boarding process. To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.siskinds.com.