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 positive 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.

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