Family Law Clerk

Family Law Clerk London, ON

Salary: $78,090 $92,400, commensurate with experience
Work Arrangement: Hybrid minimum 3 days per week in office

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded law firm, is seeking an experienced Family Law Clerk to join its London office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Law Clerk who enjoys working on complex Family Law matters, takes ownership of their files, and provides exceptional client service. The successful candidate will work closely with lawyers, clients, court personnel, experts, and other professionals to move matters efficiently from intake through resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage and coordinate Family Law files from start to resolution.
• Monitor deadlines, limitation periods, court dates, and follow-up requirements.
• Prepare and maintain pleadings, affidavits, conference briefs, motion and mediation materials, and other court documents.
• Coordinate disclosure, undertakings, court filings, service, and other procedural requirements.
• Prepare and maintain Continuing Records and electronic/physical files.
• Prepare and update Financial Statements, Net Family Property calculations, and other financial analyses.
• Review and analyze financial disclosure, including income, tax, banking, corporate, investment, pension, and property documentation.
• Calculate child support, spousal support, and other financial obligations.
• Identify discrepancies or missing information and proactively follow up.
• Assist lawyers with hearings, motions, mediations, conferences, and trial preparation.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients throughout the legal process.
• Review documents for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and procedural compliance.
• Anticipate file needs, troubleshoot issues, and help keep matters progressing efficiently.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of Law Clerk experience, with significant Family Law experience.
• Experience supporting complex Family Law matters, including motions, conferences, mediations, negotiations, and trials.
• Strong experience with financial disclosure, support calculations, and property analysis.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario Family Law procedures, court processes, and disclosure requirements.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage files independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy, professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Law Clerk diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and legal technology.
• Experience with DivorceMate and ACL is an asset.
• Membership or eligibility for membership with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO) is an asset.

What the Firm Offers

• Competitive salary of $78K $92K, based on experience.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Health, dental, vision, and extended health benefits.
• RRSP matching.
• Life and LTD insurance.
• Performance-based incentive opportunities.
• Fitness, parking, and transit reimbursement.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee referral program.

If you're an experienced Family Law Clerk looking for an opportunity with a collaborative, professional, and established legal team, we'd be pleased to hear from you.