Looking for an exciting opportunity to gain experience in family law with a well-established family law firm?
Catherine A. Haber Barrister & Solicitor, Professional Corporation is a trusted and reputable leader in the field of family law. For 40+ years, we have represented individuals in family law matters across the GTA.

LAW CLERK/LEGAL ASSISTANT

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented law clerk/legal assistant to join our legal team. The law clerk/legal assistant will be responsible for performing clerical work, assisting attorneys in various legal tasks, and managing client communications. This position is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of our legal processes and providing support to our clients through meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

SKILLS

A successful candidate will have the following soft skills:

• Proactive and driven to succeed.
• Possess a team-player attitude and keen enthusiasm.
• Punctual - 9:00 am strict work starting time.
• Self-starter who is proactive in completing work and seeking new tasks, and does not use their phone during work hours for non-emergency purposes.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High proficiency in English.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and superior word processing, spelling, proofreading and editing skills.
• Fast and accurate typing speed with excellent attention to detail and diligent proofreading skills.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Decisiveness and an ability to carry out with minimal supervision and direction.
• Ability to work independently within a close-knit, team environment.
• Professional attitude with maintaining strong client relationships.
• Willingness to take constructive feedback.
• Professional phone etiquette for effective communication with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

A successful candidate will have the following hard skills and experience (Not required but preferred):

• Post-secondary education.
• Family law experience.
• Paralegal experience or relevant coursework.
• Administrative experience in a legal or office environment.
• Experience in a client facing position.
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures, protocols, and court system.
• Knowledge of electronic filing of documents through CaseLines and Ontario Portal.
• Experience using DivorceMate, PC Law, Outlook, and Word.

Job Details:
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
In person at office.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This job will remain posted until filled.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In perso

• Provide executive-level administrative support to lawyers and enhance office effectiveness.
• Prepare/transcribe, edit, format, and revise correspondence, litigation documents, forms, and other documentation.
• Proofread documents/correspondence, check for appropriate formatting, spelling, grammar, etc.
• Manage client communications, including performing client intake, answering the telephone and email.
• Record and monitor court appearance dates, pleadings and filing requirements.
• Maintain organized records and files, ensuring easy retrieval of information.
• Manage key dates and update calendar for lawyers, including meetings, appointments, due dates, client-related and personal activities.
• Enter dockets; liaise with the Accounting department.
• Exhibit professional phone etiquette when communicating with clients, courts, and other stakeholders.