Overview

Our client is a law firm located in downtown Ottawa. They are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join their Family Law team for a one-year contract.

Responsibilities

- Preparation of correspondence and legal documentation including extensive editing and quality assurance
- Preparation of family law forms, briefs and other materials to be filed with the Court
- Schedule and manage client consultations, court dates, and appointments
- Coordinate external and internal communication
- Daily maintenance of client files and address client inquiries as required
- Daily preparation of dockets and client billings
- Maintenance of electronic and physical filing systems

Qualifications

- Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma from a recognized post-secondary institute or a suitable combination of education and experience
- 2+ years of law office experience in family law
- In-depth knowledge of court forms and court filing systems
- Proficiency in composing, organizing, and presenting client financial disclosures, preliminary legal documents,



and affidavits
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and DivorceMate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Robust interpersonal skills and professional presentation
- Strong client service ethic
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize job tasks to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to respond effectively and professionally to changes in schedules and priorities
- Ability to maintain consistent attention to details and problem solve
- Ability to work in a collegial but fast‑paced environment
- Ability to exercise discretion when dealing with sensitive information

Salary & Work Requirements

Salary will depend on experience, but will likely fall within the $48,000 to $60,000 per year range. This position requires onsite attendance.

Eligibility

All candidates must be permitted to work in Canada.

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📌 Family Law Assistant - Permanent - 19232 (Ottawa)
🏢 LRO Staffing
📍 Ottawa