Nachla Law Office is a busy boutique law firm in Oakville that practices in the areas of Family Law, Wills & Estates and Real Estate. We are searching for a Law Clerk who is experienced in the area of Family Law. This position is full time from 9am to 5pm. All members of the firm, lawyers, law clerks and support staff, work as a tight-knit team, and help each other to meet our clients’ needs. Compensation is based on experience with a range of $48,000.00 - $75,000.00. We offer prescriptions/drug plan and dental plan.
Law Clerk/ Legal assistant Responsibilities
- Support counsel in all stages of litigation such as motions, case conferences, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
- Manage electronic filings through CaseLines, and other court e-filing systems, ensuring compliance with Ontario Court Practice Directions and regional requirements.
- Monitor deadlines, limitation periods, and procedural timelines.
- Coordinate proper service of documents, conduct quality and procedural reviews for accuracy and compliance and stay current with evolving court rules, procedures, and filing systems.
- Serve as a liaison between clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and external service providers.
- Maintain and organize electronic and physical client files to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Manage lawyers’calendars, including diarizing deadlines, court appearances, and filing dates.
- Coordinate meetings, meditations, discoveries, and virtual hearings via platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
- Prepare correspondence to clients, counsel, and court offices.
- Assist with monthly billing and filing.
- Oversee document production and electronic file organization.
Qualifications & Experience
- Law Clerk diploma or equivalent experience as a legal assistant/ law clerk.
- 2+ years of experience as a Family Law Clerk or legal assistant role.
- Experience with Ontario court system including CaseLines, and electronic court filing systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, OneDrive), Adobe Acrobat (PDF bookmarking, redactions, compilations), and virtual meeting platforms.
- Familiarity with Actionstep Accounting System (preferred not required).
- Strong organizational and file management skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail with both written and verbal communication.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a pleasant disposition and a sense of humor.
- Well versed in the various Family Law related Statutes (Divorce Act, Family Law Act, Family Law Rules, etc.)
- Experience preparing Court Forms (including SSAGs, Financial Statements, NFP Statements).
- Enjoy speaking with clients and have the soft skills to do so effectively.
- Work quickly and conscientiously.
If you are looking for a small law firm with a friendly environment, you are seeking a long- term arrangement, and you believe you have the qualifications for this posting, please reply by email with a covering letter and CV to office@nachlaw.com. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates whom we wish to interview will be contacted.
Job type: In person
Pay: $48,000.00 – $78,000.00
Benefit: Drug Plan and Dental Care
