Our established, boutique-style law firm is currently seeking an experienced Family Law Lawyer to join our growing legal team.

The ideal candidate is a dedicated, detail-oriented, and confident legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive, and dynamic environment. You will work alongside a team of lawyers and support staff who value collaboration, initiative, and excellence in advocacy.

Qualifications:

* Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
* Minimum 3 years of experience practicing family law in Ontario
* Solid experience handling matters involving:
* Separation and Divorce
* Custody and Access
* Child and Spousal Support
* Property Division
* Domestic Contracts (Separation, Cohabitation, and Marriage Agreements)
* Demonstrated experience appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice
* Strong drafting skills for court documents and legal agreements
* Excellent legal research and analytical abilities
* Strong written and oral advocacy skills
* Ability to manage multiple files independently from intake to resolution
* Experience managing support staff or legal assistants is considered an asset

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide strategic legal advice to clients across a range of family law matters
* Conduct client meetings and manage expectations with empathy and professionalism
* Draft and review a wide range of legal documents including: Separation Agreements, Marriage Contracts, and Cohabitation Agreements, Financial Statements (Form 13/13.1), Applications, Affidavits,



Case Conference Briefs, Settlement Conference Briefs, Motions, and other litigation materials
* Prepare for and represent clients at court appearances, conferences, and motions
* Negotiate settlements in a collaborative and results-driven manner
* Conduct legal research and stay up to date with changes in family law legislation, case law, and court procedure
* Supervise and mentor legal assistants or junior staff assigned to support your files
* Maintain organized, accurate, and timely file management practices

What We Offer:

* A supportive, respectful, and team-oriented work culture
* Access to experienced support staff and legal assistants
* A modern office environment
* Opportunities for professional development and continued legal education
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Employee benefits after 3 months of full-time employment
* Exposure to a steady stream of high-quality files and clientele

How to Apply:

If you are a passionate and experienced Family Law Lawyer looking to grow your practice in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Perks:
* Dental care
* Disability insurance
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* Vision care



Experience:
* Family Law: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
* Member in good standing with Law Society of Ontario (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Family Law Lawyer (Barrie)
🏢 Douglas Law Firm
📍 Barrie