Family lawyer

Job summary

Represent clients in family law matters, advise them on their legal needs, prepare agreements and court documents, negotiate settlements, and appear in court as required. Manage cases from intake through resolution, maintain accurate records, collaborate with colleagues and support staff, and keep current with family law and court procedures.

Job details

Elsafadi Law is a full service law firm based at 10807 Castle Downs Rd NW #214B in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Elsafadi Law serves a diverse clientele that values clear guidance and practical solutions. Team members can expect a professional environment that emphasizes integrity, respect, and high-quality legal advocacy for local residents and the broader Edmonton area. This is a full-time, on-site Family Lawyer role based in Edmonton, AB. The Family Lawyer will represent clients in matters such as divorce, separation, child custody and access, child and spousal support, property division, and related family law disputes. Day-to-day responsibilities include meeting with clients, assessing legal needs, providing advice, drafting and reviewing agreements and court documents, negotiating settlements, and appearing before the courts as required. The role involves managing a caseload from initial intake through resolution, maintaining accurate files and records, and collaborating with colleagues and support staff. The lawyer is expected to stay current on changes to family law and court procedures, and to communicate with clients in a clear, empathetic, and professional manner. Qualifications Licensed to practice law in Alberta, with membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta. Demonstrated experience in family law, including litigation and alternative dispute resolution (e.g., mediation, negotiation). Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills for pleadings, affidavits, agreements, and legal opinions. Excellent client communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and emotionally complex matters. Organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple files, deadlines, and court appearances effectively. Familiarity with Alberta family law statutes, regulations, and court rules; prior experience in Edmonton-area courts is an asset. Proficiency with standard law office software, document management, and case management tools. Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and providing non-discriminatory, inclusive service to a diverse client base. Experience with settlement-focused approaches, parenting coordination, or collaborative family law is considered an advantage.

What you’ll do

Represent clients in family law matters, advise them on their legal needs, prepare agreements and court documents, negotiate settlements, and appear in court as required. Manage cases from intake through resolution, maintain accurate records, collaborate with colleagues and support staff, and keep current with family law and court procedures.

Requirements

Must be licensed to practice in Alberta and in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta, with demonstrated family law experience that includes litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Requires strong research, analytical, drafting, communication, organizational, and time-management skills, familiarity with Alberta family law and court rules, and a commitment to ethical, confidential, inclusive service.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Family Law
• Litigation
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Mediation
• Negotiation
• Legal Research
• Legal Analysis
• Legal Drafting
• Client Communication
• Caseload Management
• Court Advocacy
• Alberta Family Law
• Document Management
• Case Management
• Time Management
• Confidentiality

Job areas

• Legal