Murphy Family Law is a boutique family law firm serving Simcoe and Grey Counties. We practice exclusively family law because it matters—helping people navigate some of the most difficult transitions of their lives with clarity, empathy, and practical judgment.

We are a values-driven practice that prioritizes professionalism, civility, teamwork, and high-quality client service. Our firm operates in a hybrid, paper-lite environment and embraces technology to work smarter while maintaining a human, client-centered approach.

We are looking to add an experienced Family Law Clerk who takes pride in their work, enjoys managing files end‑to‑end, and values being part of a cooperative legal team.

The Role
As a Family Law Clerk at Murphy Family Law, you will provide comprehensive support to a team of 2 to 3 lawyers with established family law practices. You will play a key role in both in ‑ court and out ‑ of ‑ court matters , managing files, preparing documents, and supporting clients through sensitive and often emotional processes.

This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who is confident managing family law files and who appreciates that excellent clerk work is essential to good advocacy and positive client outcomes.

What You’ll Do
File Management & Court Support

Manage family law files from opening to resolution, including pleadings, disclosure, and correspondence

Prepare and manage court documents, including Applications, Answers, affidavits, financial statements, conference briefs, motion materials, and Orders

File and serve documents in accordance with the Family Law Rules and court deadlines





Assist lawyers with preparation for conferences, motions, mediations, and negotiations

Client & Practice Support

Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and third parties

Organize and review disclosure (financial, parenting, and related records)

Maintain accurate file records, calendars, and limitation dates

Work closely with lawyers and administrative staff to ensure smooth day‑to‑day file progress

Contribute to a respectful, supportive, and collaborative workplace culture

What You Bring

Minimum 2–3 years of recent experience as a Family Law Clerk in Ontario

Strong working knowledge of Ontario family law procedures, Rules, and court forms

Experience preparing pleadings, financial statements, court materials, and correspondence independently

Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time‑management skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Comfort with legal technology such as DivorceMate, Soluno and Microsoft 365‑based workflows

A professional, client‑focused, and team‑oriented approach

Experience with Simcoe or Grey County courts is an asset, but not required.

Why Work With Us

Focused practice : Family law is all we do—and we care deeply about doing it well

Values‑led firm : Civility, integrity, empathy, and teamwork matter here

Contemporary practice : Paper‑lite systems, technology‑supported workflows, and practical processes

Quality of life : Practice law in one of Ontario’s best four‑season communities

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

Benefits package (health and dental)

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📌 Family Law Clerk (Ontario)
🏢 Murphy Family Law
📍 Ontario