Law Clerk

Synectics Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Burlington, Ontario, seeks a highly organized Family Law Legal Assistant or Law Clerk to support one or more associates in a busy practice.

The ideal candidate has family law experience, excellent communication, and the ability to manage many files independently while meeting deadlines. Responsibilities include preparing pleadings and court documents, maintaining client relationships, scheduling meetings, and maintaining file integrity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in family law is required.
• Strong legal document preparation and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of files and work independently.
• Exceptional organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to prioritize and problem-solve effectively.
• Proficiency with current docketing and file management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of family law matters for associates.
• Review, prepare, and organize pleadings, affidavits, briefs, and court documents.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, co-workers, and professionals.
• Schedule and coordinate client meetings and court attendances.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical files and manage documentation.
• Prepare legal documents and assist with drafting as required.
• Dock time accurately and complete general administrative tasks.
• Prioritize deadlines, take initiative, and resolve day-to-day issues independently.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Education

Law Clerk Diploma

Tools

Docketing software

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Family Law Legal Assistant or Law Clerk to support one or more associates in a busy family law practice in Burlington, Ontario. The ideal candidate will have prior family law experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage a high volume of files independently while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of family law matters for one or more associates.
• Review, prepare, and organize pleadings, affidavits, briefs, disclosure, and other court documents.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, co-workers, and other professionals.
• Schedule and coordinate client meetings and court attendances.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical files and manage documentation.
• Prepare legal documents and assist with drafting as required.
• Docket time accurately and complete general administrative tasks.
• Prioritize competing deadlines, take initiative, and resolve day-to-day issues independently.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in family law is required.
• Law Clerk Diploma considered an asset.
• Strong legal document preparation and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of files and work independently.
• Exceptional organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to prioritize and problem-solve effectively.
• Proficiency with current docketing and file management software.