Family Law Legal Secretary

Orion Placement; Laval; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family law firm in Laval, QC is seeking a Legal Assistant to format legal documents, manage attorney calendars, and handle client communication. The ideal candidate must be bilingual in French and English and have at least 2 years of experience in family law. This full-time, on-site position offers competitive pay and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Professional growth potential

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in family law preferred.
• Knowledge of family court rules and e-filing systems required.
• Valid work authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Format, proofread, and prepare legal documents.
• Manage attorney calendars and track deadlines.
• Handle sensitive client calls professionally.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys.

Skills

Bilingual fluency in French and English

Strong proofreading skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary

Tools

Legal practice software

Job description

Pay: CA$40,000.00 - CA$55,000.00 per year

Job Description

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the Laval QC office.

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have prior family law experience and be fluent in both French and English.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading family law firm dedicated to helping clients navigate complex and sensitive legal matters. They pride themselves on professionalism, empathy, and achieving strong outcomes for families.

Responsibilities

• Format, proofread, and prepare legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence
• Schedule mediations, client meetings, and court hearings
• Manage attorney calendars and track deadlines
• Handle sensitive client calls and requests professionally
• Organize and maintain case files (both paper and digital)
• Assist with preparing evidence, including cataloging emails, texts, and photos
• Enter attorney and paralegal time for billing and prepare draft invoices
• Communicate with court staff and file agreed orders, defaults, and other legal documents
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and paralegals

Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in French and English (required)
• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in family law (minimum 2+ years preferred)
• Knowledge of family court rules, e-filing systems, and case management procedures
• Strong proofreading, formatting, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and manage time-sensitive responsibilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice software
• Canadian citizenship preferred (valid work authorization required at minimum)

Why This is a Great Opportunity

• Work with an established family law firm in a supportive environment
• Build meaningful client connections while assisting in important family cases
• Professional role with growth potential in legal support
• Stable, on-site full-time position with competitive pay and benefits

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