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We believe that the way law is practiced in Canada needs to evolve. Our lawyers and our support team have all committed to making change happen; to leading with increased transparency, accessibility and inclusivity, in addition to providing our proven skills and knowledge in business and personal law. We hope you will join us. We are currently seeking an excellent Family Law Lawyer who will thrive in our collaborative practice group. This opportunity exists at our Sarnia, Ontario location. We are looking for a lawyer who: • has 5+ years of relevant experience • is in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada • possesses strong research and drafting skills • has excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who works well both independently, and within our larger team of highly skilled professionals. The successful candidate will have a detail oriented and organized approach, with the ability to multi-task in our fast-paced practice. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated business development experience, which includes an established, portable book of business with growth potential. Siskinds is one of Southwestern Ontario’s leading law firms. We are a team of over 230 lawyers and support staff covering personal, business, personal injury and class action law and over 25 specialized practice areas. As one, we are focused on helping clients make the right legal choices, managing legal affairs, connecting the dots where needed and generally making life a little less complex by making the expertise clients need easier to access and use. To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.siskinds.com . Siskinds is an equal opportunity employer and will work with and accommodate persons with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment, selection, and on-boarding process. Please email your resume quoting “Family Lawyer” and “Your Name” in the subject line, to humanresources@siskinds.com . A copy of your law transcripts and references will be required. Deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 17, 2022. Contact Information: Siskinds, London Head Office Attention: Human Resources, 275 Dundas Street, Unit 1 London Ontario N6B 3L1 Email: humanresources@siskinds.com 4911221.1    

With offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy and Kitchener, Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners’ employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service. Lerners' London office has an opportunity for a full-time Legal Assistant to assist in the area of Plaintiff Personal Injury. The main responsibilities for this role include: General management of files from open to close, including intake, conflict checks, preparation of retainers and directions, and primary contact between team and client; Scheduling appointments, conference calls, discoveries, etc.; Electronic file management (DMS and Primafact); Maintaining an effective BF system; Communicating with clients, family members, treatment providers and insurance adjusters; Assisting with the preparation and electronic filing of various court materials (e.g. pleadings, trial records and motion materials); Assisting with the preparation and delivery of mediation memos; Preparation of final documents, including releases and motions; Preparation of all accounts/directions and disbursements lists; Drafting Assignment Court memos; Requesting cheques, paying invoices; and Assisting with trial preparation. Knowledge of Primafact is essential for this position. The ideal candidate for this position must have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team with an emphasis on delivering excellent service to our clients. The ideal candidate will have excellent organization, verbal and written communication skills, and be able to multi-task. If you are interested in this position, please respond with your updated cover letter and resume by November 19, 2021.