Associate Family Lawyer

Job summary

Independently manage a caseload of 25 or more family law files, including matters involving the Family Law Act and the Children’s Aid Society. Prepare and file Family Court documents, manage files, and serve both Legal Aid and private clients.

Job details

Faulkner & Van Barneveld Professional Corporation is seeking a dedicated Associate Lawyer to join our team. We are a small boutique law firm specializing in Family Law, located in the heart of downtown Barrie, Ontario. We pride ourselves on fostering an enjoyable workplace where professional growth is supported, and our strong commitment to client satisfaction provides a rewarding environment for career advancement. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: A genuine passion for Family Law with excellent communication and mediation skills. Strong self-motivation and confidence, with the ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision. Proven experience in a Family Law environment, including the ability to handle 25+ files independently. In-depth knowledge of the Family Law Act and experience with Children’s Aid Society (CAS) matters. Proficiency in filing Family Court documents. Willingness to work with both Legal Aid and private clients. Good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of work efficiently. Creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to think outside the box and find innovative solutions. Experience with legal software (familiarity with Amicus is an asset) and comprehensive file management. This position is best suited for an individual with a minimum of 2 years' experience practicing Family Law. Please note: This is a fee-split opportunity for a self-employed individual, with the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely. Basic administrative support is provided for both options. Cover letter, resume and references are required. Please email to info@thelegalgroup.ca While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Independently manage a caseload of 25 or more family law files, including matters involving the Family Law Act and the Children’s Aid Society. Prepare and file Family Court documents, manage files, and serve both Legal Aid and private clients.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least two years of family law practice experience, be in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, and be able to manage a high-volume caseload independently. Strong communication, mediation, organizational, and problem-solving skills are required; experience with legal software is expected, and familiarity with Amicus is an asset.

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Family Law
• Communication
• Mediation
• Independent Case Management
• Family Law Act
• Children’s Aid Society Matters
• Family Court Document Filing
• Legal Aid Client Representation
• Private Client Representation
• File Management
• Organizational Skills
• Creative Problem-Solving
• Legal Software
• Amicus

Job areas

• Legal