Law Clerk - Family Law

Family Law – Law Clerk

Harrison Pensa is actively recruiting a permanent, full-time Law Clerk for our Family Law department. We are seeking a candidate who is a team player, highly organized, detail-oriented, and who thrives in a busy environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting documents including but not limited to Financial Statements, Net Family Property Statements, Applications, Motions, Affidavits, Bills of Costs, court orders, and Certificates of Divorce.
• Ensuring that accurate legal documents are prepared within timelines set by the instructing lawyer and/or applicable court deadlines.
• Managing the financial disclosure process in Family Law matters, including communication with clients and obtaining and compiling supporting documents.
• Communicating with clients and external parties regarding initial intake or ongoing file management.
• All aspects of file management and documentation for uncontested divorces.
• Arranging for service and filing of court documents through process servers, as required.
• Liaising with court staff to set motion dates, case conferences, settlement conferences, special appointments, court appointments, etc., as required.
• Assisting lawyers and staff within the practice group when necessary.
• Other duties as required.

Successful candidates ideally have the following qualifications:

• Post-secondary Law Clerk Diploma, Paralegal Diploma, or post-secondary education in a related discipline.
• Experience as a Law Clerk.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.
• Highly motivated with an ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Courteous, client-focused, and maintains a professional attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and DivorceMate.

At Harrison Pensa, we are a team that values you and your contribution. We recognize that our employees are key in delivering exceptional service for our clients and foster a supportive and collegial environment with the expertise and culture to help you thrive.

We offer a salary commensurate with experience and a collegial environment. The salary listed by Indeed is not reflective of the salary bands at Harrison Pensa.

Harrison Pensa is a full-service law firm based in London, Ontario, with expertise in business law, litigation and personal legal services including Family Law, wills and estates, and personal injury law. Personal and business clients throughout southwestern Ontario, across Canada and internationally turn to us every day for our proven skills and trusted counsel.

London, Ontario is a great place to live. Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, London has an attractive cost of living, easy commutes, and a variety of entertainment and shopping; all the amenities of the big city without the challenges.

We encourage all candidates with an interest in the position to apply.

We encourage applications from persons with disabilities and will provide support throughout the recruitment process, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs.

While all submissions are appreciated, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All applications will be held in strictest confidence.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person