Family Law Assistant and Law Clerk

Job summary

Manage lawyers’ calendars, client files, court filings, documents, schedules, and deadlines. Communicate with clients and third parties, draft correspondence, assist with disclosure, and support case preparation and document review.

Job details

Company Description Kelly D. Jordan Family Law Firm is a specialized family law practice serving clients in matters such as divorce, parenting arrangements, spousal support, child support, fertility law, and surrogacy law, as well as wills and estates. The firm is known for providing resourceful, skilled legal representation and mediation services tailored to complex family situations. Clients benefit from a collaborative legal team focused on clear communication, practical solutions, and compassionate guidance. The firm values professionalism, integrity, and respect for diverse family structures and personal circumstances. Role Description The Family Law Assistant or Law Clerk is a full-time hybrid role based in Toronto, ON, with a combination of in-office work and some work-from-home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing lawyers' calendars, preparing and organizing family law documents, managing court filings, maintaining client files, and coordinating schedules and deadlines. The role involves communicating with clients and third parties, drafting correspondence, assisting with disclosure, and supporting lawyers with case preparation and document review. This position requires strong attention to detail, professionalism in client interactions, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications Familiarity with court procedures and rules. Hands-on experience with Legal Document Preparation, including drafting, formatting, and organizing pleadings, affidavits, and agreements. Excellent Communication skills for interacting with clients, colleagues, and external parties in a clear, respectful, and timely manner. Post-secondary education in Law Clerk, Paralegal, or related legal studies Proficiency with legal practice management software, MS Office, pclaw and electronic filing systems. Strong organizational skills, discretion with confidential information, and ability to prioritize multiple files and deadlines. Prior experience in family law or related legal practice areas is preferred. Please send application to kelly@kellyjordanfamilylaw.com or through linkedin

What you’ll do

Manage lawyers’ calendars, client files, court filings, documents, schedules, and deadlines. Communicate with clients and third parties, draft correspondence, assist with disclosure, and support case preparation and document review.

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education in law clerk, paralegal, or related legal studies, familiarity with court procedures, and hands-on legal document preparation experience. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills, discretion, proficiency with legal practice software, MS Office, PCLaw, and electronic filing systems; family law experience is preferred.

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Family Law Document Preparation
• Court Procedures
• Court Filings
• Legal Document Drafting
• Calendar Management
• Client Communication
• File Management
• Deadline Coordination
• Disclosure Assistance
• Case Preparation
• Document Review
• Organization
• Attention To Detail
• Confidentiality
• Prioritization
• Legal Practice Management Software

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative