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Family Law Clerk
Cambridge, Ontario, Canada .
full-time . March 6, 2025
Description
About Us
Pavey Law LLP is an established full-service law firm based in Cambridge, Ontario. For more than 35 years, we have provided the Waterloo Region and surrounding area with exceptional legal services. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment, commitment to professional development, and dedication to achieving outstanding client results.
Are you a detail-oriented and organized professional with a passion for family law?
Pavey Law is looking for an experienced and dedicated Family Law Clerk to join their dynamic legal team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working closely with clients, lawyers, and court officials, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities
Client Support & Case Management
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing clear and compassionate communication.
- Schedule meetings, coordinate attendance of witnesses, and manage client inquiries.
- Maintain an organized workflow, ensuring all case deadlines and limitation dates are met.
- Prepare and draft essential correspondence, including letters confirming retainers, disclosure requirements, and court outcomes.
Legal Document Preparation & Court Filings
- Assist lawyers in drafting and organizing legal documents, such as Financial Statements, Net Family Property Statements, Conference Briefs, and Affidavits.
- Prepare motion and appeal materials in compliance with court standards.
- Coordinate with court agents to ensure timely service and filing of documents.
- Conduct legal research and retrieve records to support cases.
Administrative & Professional Support to Lawyers
- Maintain and organize case files, ensuring easy access to pleadings, motions, exhibits, and transcripts.
- Assist with trial preparation, including assembling documentary evidence and coordinating mediation or judicial dispute resolution.
- Conduct conflict searches, open and manage files, and ensure compliance with client identification procedures.
- Manage billing and timekeeping functions using legal software (Divorcemate, LEAP, ACL).
- Draft, proofread, and edit correspondence and legal documents with attention to detail.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong knowledge of family law procedures and court processes (including general precedents and court procedures; preparation of court documents)
- Proficiency in legal software, including Divorcemate, LEAP, and ACL as well as Word, Adobe
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- A proactive team player with a willingness to learn and contribute to the firm's success
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits package plus 3 weeks vacation to start
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in clients' lives
We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and employment process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).