03 Oct
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Minted Search Group
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Toronto
03 Oct
Minted Search Group
Toronto
Work Arrangement: Full-time, in office five days per week The Opportunity A highly regarded boutique family law firm located at Yonge and Eglinton, is seeking a Family Law Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join its growing team. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced family law practitioners on a broad range of sophisticated matters. This is an excellent prospect for a lawyer seeking meaningful responsibility, strong mentorship and the opportunity to develop their advocacy skills within a collegial, specialized firm.
Key Responsibilities Manage family law matters with an appropriate level of independence and partner supervision Advise clients on separation, divorce, parenting arrangements, child and spousal support, and property division Draft pleadings, affidavits, financial statements, conference briefs, domestic contracts and other legal documents Conduct legal research and prepare written opinions and litigation materials Represent clients at case conferences, settlement conferences, motions and other court appearances Participate in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations and settlement discussions Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel,
experts and other professionals Develop practical and strategic solutions tailored to each client’s circumstances Maintain organized files and meet all procedural and court-imposed deadlines Qualifications ~2–5 years of post-call family law experience ~ Experience handling both contested and uncontested family law matters ~ Strong drafting, research, negotiation and oral advocacy skills ~ Experience appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice and/or Superior Court of Justice ~ Sound judgment and the ability to manage sensitive and emotionally complex matters professionally ~ Excellent interpersonal and client-service skills ~ Highly organized, detail-oriented and capable of managing competing deadlines ~ Able to work collaboratively while taking ownership of assigned matters Why Join? Work exclusively within a respected and experienced family law team Gain exposure to litigation, negotiation, mediation and arbitration Receive mentorship from practitioners recognized for their advocacy and contributions to the family law bar Handle sophisticated files involving parenting, support and complex financial issues Build direct client relationships and develop increasing responsibilityJoin a supportive, collaborative boutique environment in a convenient Midtown Toronto location This is a full-time position requiring attendance at the firm’s Midtown Toronto office five days per week.
📌 Family Law Solicitor (Toronto)
🏢 Minted Search Group
📍 Toronto