Family Law Clerk – Contract

Scarfone Hawkins LLP; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Central Hamilton location

Competitive compensation

Diversity and accessibility commitment

Job summary

Scarfone Hawkins LLP in Hamilton seeks an experienced Family Law Clerk for a 12-month contract. The role involves handling demanding family law files in a fast-paced, professional team environment with a focus on accuracy and client service.

You will prepare and file documents, manage court dates, and liaise with clients and court staff. The ideal candidate has eight years in family law, a Law Clerk or Paralegal program, and proficiency with DivorceMate and case management software.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary Law Clerk or Paralegal Program.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in family law.
• Strong knowledge of the Family Law Act (FLA), Children’s Law Reform Act (CLRA), Divorce Act (DA), Family Responsibility and Support Arrears Enforcement Act (FRSAEA), and the Family Law Rules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, DivorceMate, and legal practice management software; LEAP is considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong time-management, organizational and document/file management skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, assembling, and organizing legal documents, including pleadings, case briefs, financial statements, NFP statements, affidavits of documents, motions, and separation/cohabitation agreements
• Filing court documents in compliance with procedural rules
• Maintaining document files and case correspondence both physically and electronically
• Managing court dates, litigation deadlines, and lawyers’ calendars
• Liaising with clients, court staff, and other legal professionals
• Conducting searches as required
• Adhering to all firm policies, guidelines, and statutory requirements
• Attending and participating in team and supervisory meetings
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Document/file management

Education

Law Clerk or Paralegal program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

DivorceMate

Case management software (LEAP a plus)

Job description

Scarfone Hawkins LLP is a preeminent law firm located in Hamilton. We work together to create a vision we can all be proud of. We share our expertise with our community through involvement with charities and non-profits, giving back to the region we call home.

We are seeking an experienced Family Law Clerk to join our firm for a 12-month contract position. Our Family Law Group has quality and diverse files that provide challenging, fast-paced and interesting work in a dynamic, collegial team environment. We pride ourselves on excellence in everything we do, every day.

What you will be doing:

• Preparing, assembling, and organizing legal documents, including but not limited to pleadings, case briefs, financial statements, Net Family Property (NFP) statements, affidavits of documents, motions, and separation/cohabitation agreements
• Filing court documents in compliance with procedural rules
• Maintaining document files and case correspondence both physically and electronically
• Managing court dates, litigation deadlines, and lawyers’ calendars
• Liaising with clients, court staff, and other legal professionals
• Conducting searches as required
• Adhering to all firm policies, guidelines, and statutory requirements
• Attending and participating in team and supervisory meetings
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of a post-secondary Law Clerk or Paralegal Program
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in family law
• Strong knowledge of the Family Law Act (FLA), Children’s Law Reform Act (CLRA), Divorce Act (DA), Family Responsibility and Support Arrears Enforcement Act (FRSAEA), and the Family Law Rules
• Strong understanding of legal reference materials, the Ontario Court Filing Portal, and Case Center (formerly CaseLines)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, DivorceMate, and legal practice management software; experience with LEAP is considered an asset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong time-management, organizational and document/file management skills

What we offer to you:

• Convenient location in the heart of Hamilton’s downtown core
• A vibrant office environment with regular firm events
• Standard work week, Monday to Friday, hybrid model
• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to be part of and contribute to the local community

Benefits (where applicable):

• Eligibility for benefits is subject to the duration and terms of the temporary contract and applicable firm policies
• Where eligible, benefits may include extended health and dental coverage, vision care, life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a Health Care Spending Account

The ideal candidate will be a highly organized and detail-oriented Family Law Clerk who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates exceptional client service skills, and can confidently manage files with minimal supervision.

Expected compensation:

$65,000 to $75,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Use of AI in hiring:

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Vacancy status:

This job posting is for an existing vacancy for a temporary contract position.

Scarfone Hawkins LLP is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process, upon request.

While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants who are interviewed will be advised within the required timeframe whether a hiring decision has been made.