Family Law Clerk

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Company Description

Elm Law is a law firm located in Whitby and Oshawa, ON, focused on providing cost-effective legal counsel to our clients. We provide legal advice in two areas: Estate Litigation and Family Law. Our areas of expertise in Estate Litigation include: Will Challenges and Defences, Power of Attorney Litigation, Dependents’ Support and Relief Claims, and Passing of Accounts. In Family Law, our areas of expertise include: Separation and Divorce, Spousal Support, Child Custody and the provision of Independent Legal Advice.

Role Description

Elm Law is seeking a full-time Family Law Clerk to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for various tasks such as drafting legal documents, assisting in court proceedings, performing legal research, and liaising with clients. The role will be based at our office located in Oshawa, ON, but will have flexibility for some remote work.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Program, or equivalent experience
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Experience in Family Law
• Experience with Google workspace
• Working knowledge of the Family Law Rules
• Familiarity with legal billing procedures and legal accounting software
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and prioritize work