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About Galbraith Family Law

Galbraith Family Law (GFL) is a family-law-focused firm recognized for combining legal excellence with modern technology and compassionate client service. We act for clients at some of life’s most difficult moments and pride ourselves on delivering advice that is strategic, practical, and human-focused.

With multiple offices across Ontario and continued growth, our St. Catharines office is our newest location—and one we are actively and intentionally building as part of our long-term vision for the Niagara Region.

The Opportunity

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Legal Administrator to join our St. Catharines office.

This role is ideal for a highly organized and detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys a client-facing role, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to play a meaningful part in establishing and growing a successful office location.

In this role, you will:

- Serve as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, representing GFL with professionalism and empathy
- Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to lawyers and law clerks
- Manage billing, accounts receivable, and retainer administration in alignment with firm policies
- Support file management, scheduling, and office operations
- Contribute to firm-wide initiatives as needed

You will work closely with our legal team to ensure efficient file flow and exceptional client service. As our St. Catharines office grows, this position offers real opportunity for expanded responsibility and career development within GFL.

What We’re Looking For

- Legal education (Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Administration diploma/certificate preferred)




- Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a law firm or legal setting; direct family law experience is strongly preferred
- Strong working knowledge of Ontario legal procedures, terminology, and documentation
- Experience with client billing, accounts receivable, and retainer management
- Ability to manage competing priorities independently in a deadline-driven environment
- Comfort using modern legal technology and practice management tools (Clio experience is a strong asset)
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and written communication skills
- Professional, client-focused, and collaborative approach
- Familiarity with the Niagara Region and/or St. Catharines community is a strong asset

Our Core Values

At GFL, our values guide how we serve clients and support one another:

Client Focused – We place our clients’ needs at the centre of our work.

Compassionate – We approach every interaction with empathy, patience, and respect.

Professional – We uphold the highest ethical standards and embrace technology to deliver excellent service.

Accountable – We take ownership of our responsibilities and outcomes.

Driven – We are proactive, results-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement.

Team Player – We work collaboratively and support each other’s success.

What We Offer

- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, including bonus incentives
- Full-time,



in-office position at our newly renovated downtown St. Catharines location
- Reasonable workload expectations that support work–life balance
- Medical and dental benefits
- Firm-wide yearly paid holiday shutdown
- A collaborative, supportive team environment with a strong commitment to professional growth

Join Galbraith Family Law

If you are looking to grow your career with a firm that values professionalism, compassion, and teamwork—and where your contributions genuinely matter—we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of Galbraith Family Law’s growing St. Catharines team.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Note that only submissions that include a cover letter will be considered.

Galbraith Family Law Values Diversity - We are an equal opportunity employer and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, colour, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law. People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or compete for a position at Galbraith Family Law, may request such accommodation(s) by sending an email to [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Work Location: In person

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📌 Experienced Legal Administrator - St. Catharines
🏢 Galbraith Family Law Professional
📍 St. Catharines