family law legal assistant
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September 04, 2024
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SV Law
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SV Law has an exciting, full time, opportunity for a *Family Law Legal Assistant *in our Guelph office.
As an ?*Employer of Choice*?, we are proud to offer a supportive, flexible, and dynamic work environment with positive company culture. We also offer benefits and perks that can support your life, family, community, and wellbeing.
If you have the skills and experience indicated below and are interested in hearing more about what SV Law has to offer, we encourage you to send in your resume and cover letter!
*About the Opportunity:*
As the successful candidate you will have general knowledge in family law gained through a related post-secondary education program such as a Legal Administration or Law Clerk Program, or related work experience, and have 2 - 3 years experience in a similar role. Your primary responsibilities will be to provide administrative and clerk support including drafting written correspondence and documents, such as Applications, Affidavits, Case/Settlement Conference Briefs, Separation Agreements, Parenting Plans, etc., and drafting Financial Statements, Net Family Property Statements, and Orders from Endorsements. You must also be skilled at using Adobe Acrobat for electronic filings with the Court.
You will be responsible for calendar management, liaising with clients and opposing counsel, and to perform all other administrative tasks associated with a busy family law practice.
*About You:*
You are a team player who can contribute positively to a supportive environment but also excel and maintain focus while working independently. You have excellent organizational skills, high attention to detail, the ability to prioritize, and multitask, all of which will assist you in working in this fast-paced environment. You are also not afraid to ask questions when you need guidance.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are an asset for dealing effectively with clients, lawyers and professionals in the interests of our clients.
At SV Law, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected supported, and are free from violence and harassment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and community. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank everyone for their interest however only individuals who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company events
* Dental care
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Paid time off
* RRSP match
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision care
* Wellness program
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Experience:
* Legal Assistant: 2 years (preferred)
* Family Law Clerk: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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LocationGuelph, ON
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
#9433757751
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