Family Law Clerk

Martin & Hillyer Associates, one of Ontario's pre-eminent law firms located in Burlington for over 50 years, has an opening for a Family Law Clerk. The successful applicant must have a minimum of five (5) years experience working in a family law setting.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Drafting, preparing, and reviewing legal documents, including pleadings, domestic contracts, affidavits, briefs, financial statements, draft orders, etc.
• Client intake and paperless file management.
• Coordinating court filings in compliance with the Family Law Rules and all practice directions.
• Liaising and maintaining professional relationships with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff.
• Scheduling and managing calendar obligations, including meetings, court dates, and deadlines.
• Legal research.
• Administrative duties, including docketing time, processing accounts, intake of client payments, opening and closing files, etc.
• Occasional reception coverage.

The successful candidate will be a confident, detail-oriented professional with:

• A Law Clerk Diploma and a minimum of five (5) years of recent experience in a family law setting.
• Strong working knowledge of the Family Law Rules and familiarity with Ontario’s Family Law Act, the Divorce Act, and other essential family law legislation.
• Solid understanding of court procedures and family law practice, and experience dealing directly with clients and legal professionals.
• Effective writing skills with keen attention to grammar and spelling.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• The ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams), Adobe, DivorceMate, and Case Center.
• Familiarity with LEAP software preferred.
• A collaborative attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Job Type

Full-time, permanent; hybrid schedule available (1-2 days remote each week)

Compensation

Competitive salary plus benefits, including:

• Extended health care
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Company events
• Work from home

Salary will be commensurate with experience. Bonuses in recognition of outstanding performance can significantly increase annual earnings.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are asked to send their resume and cover letter to Mr. Darcy Morrison at ***email_hidden***.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.