Lawyer - Family Law

Job summary

The lawyer will manage family law matters from initial consultation through to court representation. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, negotiating settlements, and collaborating with senior lawyers on case strategies.

Job details

Lawyer - Family Law South Shore of Montreal Are you a family law lawyer who is passionate about helping clients, recognized for your professionalism, empathy, and client-centered approach? Our client, a well-established law firm on Montréal’s South Shore, is looking to add a lawyer with two to five years of family law experience to support the continued growth of its clientele. This opportunity is ideal for a professional seeking to join a close-knit firm where collaboration, respect, and inclusion are core values. In this role, you will manage a variety of family law matters, from the initial client consultation through to representation before the courts. You will become part of a structured and well-organized team that encourages knowledge sharing, teamwork, and professional development. You will be actively involved in all stages of file management, including drafting pleadings, conducting negotiations, participating in settlement conferences, and appearing before the courts. Recognized for the quality of its legal services and its commitment to professional excellence, this firm offers a stimulating work environment, a collaborative culture, and attractive working conditions. YOUR ROLE: Analyze the legal issues submitted; Carry out legislative and jurisprudential research in family law; Meet with clients; Collaborate with senior Lawyers to develop strategies; Draft legal opinions and procedures; Conduct out-of-court negotiations or pleadings. SKILLS REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in Law; Membership in good standing of the Quebec Bar; Approximately 2 to 5 years' experience in family law; Good communication skills, empathy and thoroughness. INTERESTED IN THIS CHALLENGE? We look forward to meeting you! Please send us your application in complete confidentiality at: [email protected], specifying the reference number: 26-0270P. Should you wish to discuss this opportunity in more detail before sending your resume, our team will be pleased to provide you with further information. Josée Lapierre Catherine De Guire Me Jacinthe Landry Me Freddy Bui 514.395.1115 We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We recognize the value of diversity and subscribe to the principles of equality in employment. Professional coaching services are available at extra cost. CNESST - License number : AP-2000442

What you’ll do

The lawyer will manage family law matters from initial consultation through to court representation. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, negotiating settlements, and collaborating with senior lawyers on case strategies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Law and be a member in good standing of the Quebec Bar. Approximately 2 to 5 years of experience in family law is required, along with strong communication and empathy skills.

Listed skills

• case management · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Family law
• Legal research
• Client consultation
• Drafting pleadings
• Negotiation
• Settlement conferences
• Court representation
• Legal analysis
• Communication
• Empathy
• Thoroughness
• Case management
• Professionalism
• Legal Pleadings
• Research
• Confidentiality
• Family Law
• File Management
• Coaching
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Legal
• Unclassified
• Family Lawyer
• Lawyers