Family Law Law Clerk

TAG HR; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Ottawa is seeking a Family Law Legal Assistant to support family law lawyers. Candidates should have 2–5 years of experience in legal assistance, ideally in family law, be proficient in Microsoft Office and legal practice management software. The firm offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, generous PTO, and opportunities for professional development. This position represents a stable, long-term opportunity in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in family law.
• Strong working knowledge of Ontario family law procedures and court rules.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to family law lawyers.
• Prepare, draft, and format legal documents.
• File documents with the court and manage court deadlines.
• Coordinate and schedule court appearances and client meetings.

Skills

Legal administration

Communication in English

Multitasking

Knowledge of Ontario family law procedures

Bilingualism (English/French)

Education

Diploma or certificate in Legal Administration or Law Clerk program

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Legal practice management software

Job description

Family Law Legal Assistant

Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Compensation: $55,000–$65,000 (based on experience)

Our client, a well-established law firm in Ottawa, is seeking a Family Law Legal Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with family law experience who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to family law lawyers
• Prepare, draft, and format legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, court forms, correspondence, and briefs
• File documents with the court (electronic and in-person, as required) and manage court deadlines
• Coordinate and schedule court appearances, mediations, discoveries, and client meetings
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic client files
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and external parties
• Track limitation periods and critical dates to ensure compliance with court rules
• Assist with billing, time entry, and client accounts as required
• Update clients on procedural matters and respond to general inquiries

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in family law
• Diploma or certificate in Legal Administration or Law Clerk program preferred
• Strong working knowledge of Ontario family law procedures and court rules
• Proficiency with legal practice management software and Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset but not required

Key Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary of $55,000–$65,000 (based on experience)
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training
• Stable, long-term opportunity within a respected law firm