Family Law Associate Lawyer

Job summary

Represent clients in separation, divorce, parenting, support, and property matters; manage a caseload and prepare pleadings, agreements, motions, financial statements, and other legal documents. Negotiate settlements, participate in mediation and court proceedings, maintain client relationships and accurate files, and collaborate with colleagues to develop effective legal strategies.

Job details

Pay: CA$110,000.00 - CA$145,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a highly respected family law team focused exclusively on helping clients through some of the most important moments of their lives. Handle meaningful, sophisticated family law matters with strong mentorship and support from experienced lawyers. Enjoy a realistic annual billable target that promotes work-life balance while offering exceptional bonus potential. Earn a generous 40% bonus on billable hours above target after onboarding and ramp-up. Build a long-term career with clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and your development is a priority. Location: Hybrid opportunity based in St. Catharines, Ontario. Full-time in-office attendance is required during your first three months for training and onboarding, followed by a hybrid schedule with two in-office days per week. Note: Applicants must have at least 3 years of recent family law experience and be licensed to practice law in Ontario. Candidates from private practice, solo practice, or in-house backgrounds are welcome if they meet the experience requirements. About Us We are a dedicated family law practice committed to helping individuals and families navigate separation, divorce, parenting matters, support issues, and property division with compassion, professionalism, and practical solutions. We believe in delivering outstanding client service while fostering a supportive, collaborative workplace where our lawyers can thrive. Confidential Employer. Job Description Represent clients in a wide range of family law matters including separation, divorce, parenting, child support, spousal support, and property division. Manage your own caseload while receiving support from experienced colleagues. Draft pleadings, agreements, motions, financial statements, and other family law documents. Negotiate settlements and participate in mediation, case conferences, and court appearances. Build trusted client relationships through responsive communication and practical legal advice. Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective legal strategies and achieve positive client outcomes. Maintain accurate file management and meet professional and ethical obligations. Qualifications Licensed to practice law in Ontario. 3+ years of recent family law experience. Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills. Excellent communication and client relationship abilities. Organized with strong case management skills. Comfortable managing files independently while working collaboratively with a team. Courtroom experience is an asset. More senior family law experience is highly welcomed. Why You Will Love Working Here We value collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth. Our lawyers enjoy a supportive culture, manageable billable expectations, meaningful client work, and outstanding earning potential through a highly rewarding bonus structure. You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in clients' lives while building a successful long-term career. JPC-1366 Benefits: Dental care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care

What you’ll do

Represent clients in separation, divorce, parenting, support, and property matters; manage a caseload and prepare pleadings, agreements, motions, financial statements, and other legal documents. Negotiate settlements, participate in mediation and court proceedings, maintain client relationships and accurate files, and collaborate with colleagues to develop effective legal strategies.

Requirements

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Ontario and have at least three years of recent family law experience. Strong drafting, negotiation, advocacy, communication, client relationship, and case management skills are required; courtroom experience is an asset.

Benefits

• Dental Care
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Care

Listed skills

• Collaboration · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Family Law
• Legal Drafting
• Negotiation
• Advocacy
• Client Communication
• Client Relationship Management
• Case Management
• Caseload Management
• Settlement Negotiation
• Mediation
• Courtroom Advocacy
• Legal Strategy
• File Management
• Collaboration

Job areas

• Legal