Family Law Legal Assistant/ Law Clerk

Family Law Legal Assistant & Law Clerk – Blaney McMurtry LLP
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Practice Group: Private Client Practice Group

Why Work at Blaney McMurtry LLP?

Blaney McMurtry LLP is a renowned full-service law firm located in downtown Toronto, with over 120 lawyers providing top-tier legal services. For more than 65 years, we’ve built a reputation for helping clients overcome challenges and seize new opportunities, grounded in a commitment to exceptional client service and results. We are looking for driven individuals who share our passion for excellence.

Our firm values diversity and inclusion, creating a supportive work environment where staff are empowered to succeed. In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer a competitive salary based on experience, paid vacation, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also encourage continuous learning and development through various training and professional growth opportunities.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Family Law Legal Assistant & Law Clerk to join our Private Client Practice Group. This role is ideal for candidates who are highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently while managing multiple tasks. If you have a strong work ethic and share our passion for providing exceptional legal services, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and other legal professionals.
• Prepare court documents, including briefs, orders, 14B motions, and divorce applications.
• Assemble bills of costs, affidavits, books of authority, and answers to undertakings.
• Prepare and file Financial Statements, Certificates of Financial Disclosure, and other related documents.
• Book client meetings, schedule court appearances, and manage appointments.
• Handle service and filing of court documents, ensuring adherence to court rules.
• Manage data using DivorceMate and the firm’s document management system (MatterSphere).
• Proofread and format all legal documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
• Maintain and organize physical and digital files.
• Support additional administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk in Family Law.
• Legal Assistant or Law Clerk certification from a recognized institution.
• Expertise in Family Law practices, including court filing rules and procedures across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
• Proficiency in MS Office, DivorceMate, Adobe, and document management systems.
• Strong time management and organization skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and proofreading.
• Knowledge of service and filing rules for court documents.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Hybrid work model with 3 days in-office per week (potential for full-time in-office role).
• Professional development opportunities for continuous growth.

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a firm that values your contributions, apply now. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Accommodation: Blaney McMurtry LLP is committed to accommodating candidates with disabilities during the application process. If you require accommodation, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

How to Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter via our online application portal.

We look forward to hearing from you!