Family Lawyer – Senior

Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall LLP/s.r.l.

Ottawa

On-site

CAD 80,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A leading law firm in Ottawa is inviting applications for both Senior Family Lawyer and Junior Family Lawyer positions within their Family Law Group. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience, strong client service skills, and a commitment to a collaborative environment. Bilingual capabilities are considered a strong asset. This firm values mentorship and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 7–10 years of experience for Senior Lawyer.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience for Junior Lawyer.
  • Bilingual in English/French is a strong asset.

Skills

Client service
Analytical skills
Advocacy
Business development

Job description

Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall LLP/s.r.l. is proud to be the largest independent, full-service law firm in Canada’s National Capital Region. For over 50 years, our downtown Ottawa office has been a cornerstone of legal excellence, delivering sophisticated legal solutions and cultivating meaningful relationships within our community.

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond legal practice. We take pride in how we support our clients, foster internal collaboration, and invest in mentorship and continuous professional development at every level of the Firm.

We are currently seeking both a Senior Family Lawyer and a Junior Family Lawyer to join our Family Law Group – one of the most dynamic and results-oriented teams in the region.

If you’re looking to join a collaborative, forward-thinking firm with a long-standing reputation for legal excellence, we invite you to connect with us.

Interested applicants should apply in confidence to careers@perlaw.ca.

Qualifications

Senior Family Lawyer

  • Have a minimum of 7–10 years of experience in family law;
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to client service and high professional standards;
  • Possess proven business development skills and a portable book of business;
  • Have experience in mediation and alternative dispute resolution (strong asset);
  • Be bilingual (English/French) (strong asset).

Junior Family Lawyer

  • Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in family law;
  • Demonstrate strong analytical, advocacy, and client-service skills;
  • Exhibit a willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to a collaborative team environment;
  • Have exposure to mediation or alternative dispute resolution (asset);
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