Family Law Clerk

Murphy Family Law Collingwood, Ontario Full-time | Permanent

About Us

Murphy Family Law is a boutique family law firm serving Simcoe and Grey Counties. We practice exclusively family law because it matters—helping people navigate some of the most difficult transitions of their lives with clarity, empathy, and practical judgment. We are a values-driven practice that prioritizes professionalism, civility, teamwork, and high-quality client service. Our firm operates in a hybrid, paper-lite environment and embraces technology to work smarter while maintaining a human, client-centered approach. We are looking to add an experienced Family Law Clerk who takes pride in their work, enjoys managing files end‑to‑end, and values being part of a collaborative legal team.

The Role

As a Family Law Clerk at Murphy Family Law, you will provide comprehensive support to a team of 2 to 3 lawyers with established family law practices. You will play a key role in both in‑court and out‑of‑court matters, managing files, preparing documents, and supporting clients through sensitive and often emotional processes. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who is confident managing family law files and who appreciates that excellent clerk work is essential to good advocacy and positive client outcomes.

What You’ll Do

File Management & Court Support Manage family law files from opening to resolution, including pleadings, disclosure, and correspondence Prepare and manage court documents, including Applications, Answers, affidavits, financial statements, conference briefs, motion materials, and Orders File and serve documents in accordance with the Family Law Rules and court deadlines Assist lawyers with preparation for conferences, motions, mediations, and negotiations Client & Practice Support Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and third parties Organize and review disclosure (financial, parenting, and related records) Maintain accurate file records, calendars, and limitation dates Support a paper‑lite, technology‑forward workflow using modern practice management tools Team Collaboration Work closely with lawyers and administrative staff to ensure smooth day‑to‑day file progress Contribute to a respectful, supportive, and collaborative workplace culture What You Bring Minimum 2–3 years of recent experience as a Family Law Clerk in Ontario Strong working knowledge of Ontario family law procedures, Rules, and court forms Experience preparing pleadings, financial statements, court materials, and correspondence independently Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time‑management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Comfort with legal technology such as DivorceMate, Soluno and Microsoft 365–based workflows A professional, client‑focused, and team‑oriented approach Experience with Simcoe or Grey County courts is an asset, but not required.

Why Work With Us

Focused practice: Family law is all we do—and we care deeply about doing it well Values‑led firm: Civility, integrity, empathy, and teamwork matter here Modern practice: Paper‑lite systems, technology‑supported workflows, and practical processes Quality of life: Practice law in one of Ontario’s best four‑season communities Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation commensurate with experience Benefits package (health and dental)

How to Apply

Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your family law experience and interest in the role to janine@murphyfamilylaw.ca. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.