WHO WE ARE:

MacDonald & Partners LLP has experienced, knowledgeable lawyers and a long history of dedication to our clients and their families. Our sophisticated negotiation experience and our passionate dedication to the highest level of professionalism can help clients through this challenging time. Whether a situation requires patient cooperation between partners or vigorous litigation through the court system, we will take the path most likely to fit your needs. We are a hybrid firm with a 4 days in office and one day remote model.

WHAT YOU BRING

We’re looking for a confident, detail-driven professional with:

• A Law Clerk Diploma and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Family Law.
• Comfort with a hybrid schedule that is 4 days in person and 1 remote each week.
• Strong working knowledge of Family Law Rules and Rules of Civil Procedure, including all key filing deadlines.
• Proficiency in essential legal software including DivorceMate, PC Law or Soluno, Worldox, Microsoft Word, Adobe, and CaseLines.
• A solid understanding of court procedures and experience dealing directly with clients and legal professionals.

As a Family Law Clerk you will support our approximately two (2) Associates/Partners in the creation of legal documents, trial prep, and court appearances.

• Draft, prepare, and review legal documents including affidavits, pleadings, disclosure briefs, and financial statements.
• Handle full-cycle trial preparation: organize exhibits, coordinate timelines, and prepare counsel for court.
• Manage and maintain client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality at every stage.
• Coordinate court filings (including e-filing) and track filing deadlines in compliance with Family Law Rules and Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff professionally and empathetically.
• Transcribe legal correspondence (letters, memos, documents), and manage/close files.
• Schedule and manage calendar obligations for assigned lawyer(s) including meetings, court dates, and deadlines.
• Support general administrative tasks including photocopying, filing, binding, and related duties to keep the practice running smoothly.