Family Law Legal Assistant​/Paralegal

A well-established law firm with a strong reputation and busy family law practice, is seeking an intermediate to senior Legal Administrative Assistant / Paralegal to support two very senior family lawyers.

The team is looking for someone experienced, detail-oriented, and committed to the role for the long term. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who enjoys working closely with senior counsel in a fast-paced, high-responsibility practice.

• Supporting two senior family law lawyers with day-to-day file management
• Preparation of court documents
• Drafting and sending correspondence to opposing counsel and parties
• Filing court documents (physical and e-filing)
• Communicating with clients and court registries
• Managing lawyers’ calendars and bring-forward systems
• Arranging out-of-town court hearings or mediations, as required
• Coordinating and setting up mediations (both lawyers also practice as mediators and arbitrators)
• General administrative support, including scanning, printing, closing files, and arranging meetings

• Intermediate to senior experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal
• Strong knowledge of court procedures and documentation
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while supporting a busy legal practice

Salary range: $60,000 – $90,000+, commensurate with experience.

For more information or to be considered for this opportunity, please apply today or contact your Hunter West consultant.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Please note that we are only able to respond to those who meet the above requirements and are selected for interview.

Please note that offers of employment may be subject to background checks, and all applicants must be eligible to work in Canada and reside within a reasonable distance to commute regularly to the location of the posted job.

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