14 Sep
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Mason Poratto-Mason
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Toronto
14 Sep
Mason Poratto-Mason
Toronto
MPM Law is seeking a motivated Associate Lawyer to join its growing family law practice in Sudbury, Ontario. This is a permanent, full-time role with a mix of litigation and negotiation work for clients across Northern Ontario.
Key responsibilities - Manage a family law caseload (separation, divorce, parenting, support, property) from intake to resolution, including negotiations, mediations, and court appearances.
- Draft pleadings, affidavits, conference briefs, domestic contracts, and opinions with minimal supervision.
- Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties, providing clear, practical advice and realistic expectations.
- Stay current with developments in Ontario family law, the Family Law Rules, and related practice directions.
- Contribute to workflow improvements, precedents, and (if desired) limited business development or content creation.
Qualifications - LL.B./J.D. and member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
- 2-5 years of post-call experience in family law in Ontario; candidates with strong clinical/articling experience in family law may also be considered.
- Comfortable handling a busy, deadline-driven practice with significant autonomy and judgment.
- Strong advocacy (written and oral), negotiation, and file-organization skills, with attention to detail.
- Demonstrated professionalism, empathy, and cultural humility when working with diverse and sometimes vulnerable clients.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus perks and potential for bonusus.
- Flexible work arrangements may be available, with an expectation of regular in-person work in Sudbury for court and client needs.
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
📌 Associate Lawyer - Family Law (Toronto)
🏢 Mason Poratto-Mason
📍 Toronto