Family Law Legal Assistant
The Legal Assistant supports family law files by drafting legal documents, preparing court materials, and maintaining organized files. They also manage calendars, coordinate communications with clients and court staff, and handle general administrative tasks.
- On-site
- Hamilton, ON
- Posted Sep 7, 2026
- Apply by Mar 6, 2027
- 1 position
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Job summary
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Family Law Legal Assistant role located in Hamilton, ON. The Legal Assistant will support family law files by drafting and formatting legal documents, preparing court materials, and maintaining organized physical and electronic files. Daily tasks include managing calendars, scheduling client meetings and court appearances, coordinating communications with clients, counsel, and court staff, and tracking deadlines. The role involves administrative support such as handling correspondence, answering phone calls, processing incoming and outgoing mail, and assisting with billing and file opening/closing procedures. The Legal Assistant will work closely with the lawyer to ensure matters progress efficiently, maintain confidentiality, and provide professional, courteous service to all clients. Experience in Family Law is required and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in MS Word, Divorcemate and Zoom are necessary. You must have knowledge of the practices of the Superior Court of Justice Family Division Hamilton and Case Center. Salary to commensurate with experience.
What you’ll do
The Legal Assistant supports family law files by drafting legal documents, preparing court materials, and maintaining organized files. They also manage calendars, coordinate communications with clients and court staff, and handle general administrative tasks.
Requirements
Candidates must have experience in Family Law and proficiency in MS Word, Divorcemate, and Zoom. Knowledge of the practices of the Superior Court of Justice Family Division Hamilton and Case Center is required.
Listed skills
- ZoomPreferred
- BillingPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Legal Drafting
- Court Material Preparation
- Calendar Management
- Client Communication
- Billing
- File Management
- MS Word
- Divorcemate
- Zoom
- Family Law Knowledge
Job areas
- Legal
- Administrative
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Mar 6, 2027
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available