Family lawyer

Elsafadi Law; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsafadi Law in Edmonton, AB is seeking a full-time Family Lawyer to represent clients in divorce, child custody, support, and related disputes. The role involves meeting clients, assessing needs, and drafting and reviewing agreements and court documents.

You will negotiate settlements, appear before courts as required, manage a caseload from intake to resolution, and stay current on family law changes, communicating with clients in a clear and empathetic manner.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Alberta with good standing.
• Experience in family law, incl. litigation and ADR.
• Strong research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Excellent client communication and empathetic handling of sensitive matters.
• Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and court appearances.
• Familiarity with Alberta family law statutes and Edmonton courts is a plus.
• Proficiency with standard law office software and case management tools.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to assess legal needs and provide guidance.
• Draft and review agreements and court documents.
• Negotiate settlements and appear in court as required.
• Manage a caseload from intake to resolution.
• Stay current on changes to family law and court procedures.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with clients.

Skills

Legal research

Client communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Alberta law license (Bar)

Tools

Case management software

Document management systems

Job description

Elsafadi Law is a full service law firm based at 10807 Castle Downs Rd NW #214B in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Elsafadi Law serves a diverse clientele that values clear guidance and practical solutions. Team members can expect a professional environment that emphasizes integrity, respect, and high-quality legal advocacy for local residents and the broader Edmonton area.

This is a full-time, on-site Family Lawyer role based in Edmonton, AB. The Family Lawyer will represent clients in matters such as divorce, separation, child custody and access, child and spousal support, property division, and related family law disputes. Day-to-day responsibilities include meeting with clients, assessing legal needs, providing advice, drafting and reviewing agreements and court documents, negotiating settlements, and appearing before the courts as required. The role involves managing a caseload from initial intake through resolution, maintaining accurate files and records, and collaborating with colleagues and support staff. The lawyer is expected to stay current on changes to family law and court procedures, and to communicate with clients in a clear, empathetic, and professional manner.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Alberta, with membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta.
• Demonstrated experience in family law, including litigation and alternative dispute resolution (e.g., mediation, negotiation).
• Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills for pleadings, affidavits, agreements, and legal opinions.
• Excellent client communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and emotionally complex matters.
• Organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple files, deadlines, and court appearances effectively.
• Familiarity with Alberta family law statutes, regulations, and court rules; prior experience in Edmonton-area courts is an asset.
• Proficiency with standard law office software, document management, and case management tools.
• Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and providing non-discriminatory, inclusive service to a diverse client base.
• Experience with settlement-focused approaches, parenting coordination, or collaborative family law is considered an advantage.