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Experienced Family Law Lawyer

St. Catharines, ON
Hybrid
Posted Sep 18, 2026
1 position

$150,000–$180,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 12, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

The lawyer will lead the firm's expansion in the Niagara Region by managing complex family law matters. They will play a key role in building and shaping the success of the local practice.

Job details

About Our Client Our client is a respected and forward-thinking family law firm dedicated to providing compassionate, strategic, and results-driven legal services. With a strong reputation across Ontario, they're expanding their presence in St. Catharines - and are seeking a seasoned lawyer to help shape the firm's success in the Niagara Region. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Family Law Lawyer (10+ years) to take on a leadership role in a growing office. The ideal professional will bring deep expertise in family law and a genuine passion for helping families navigate complex legal matters - while playing a key role in building a thriving local practice. What You'll Bring Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario Minimum 10 years of experience practicing family law Strong ties to the Niagara Region (local roots or prior experience preferred) Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Tech-savvy and comfortable using modern legal tools Settlement-oriented mindset with excellent client communication and organizational skills Our Client's Core Values Compassionate: Treating others with empathy and respect Professional: Upholding the highest standards of ethics and service Accountable: Taking ownership of responsibilities and outcomes Driven: Pursuing excellence through proactive, goal-focused work Client-Focused: Putting clients' needs and satisfaction first Collaborative: Supporting one another to achieve collective success What's Offered A hybrid work model with flexibility to work from home and the firm's modern, newly renovated office Medical and dental benefits Paid professional dues and insurance Attainable billing targets that promote work-life balance A supportive, team-oriented environment An opportunity to shape and grow the firm's presence in the Niagara Region

What you’ll do

The lawyer will lead the firm's expansion in the Niagara Region by managing complex family law matters. They will play a key role in building and shaping the success of the local practice.

Requirements

Candidates must be members in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario with at least 10 years of family law experience. Strong ties to the Niagara Region and proficiency with modern legal tools are preferred.