Associate Lawyer Family Law

5 months ago


Barrie, Canada Progressive Legal Solutions Professional Corporation Full time

Progressive Legal Solutions (PLS) is a law firm dedicated exclusively to family law, Small Claims Court matters (and ancillary areas of law such as Wills).

Our approach is simple: deliver high quality services in a cost-efficient manner. PLS provides guidance, support, and education to its clients regarding their options, consequences, and possible outcomes throughout the duration of the case regardless whether it is at the stage of litigation or negotiation.

**Location**:Barrie

**Shift**:9.00am-5.00pm (Monday to Friday)

We are professional, agile, and innovative.

Our work environment includes:

- Modern office setting
- Work from home (remote position)
- Growth opportunities

Not many prospect lawyer realize the potential of practicing in Simcoe County. It is one of the busiest regions for number of family court cases. Practicing in this region offers dive-in hands-on experience to newer calls that you would not obtain by doing work for other lawyers as support.

Our firm is one of the busiest and is growing fast. There is potential to grow together.

**About the job**:
Progressive Legal Solutions Professional Corporation is looking for a highly motivated, fearless team member. Experience is not required as we are willing to invest our resources in training newer calls in the area of Family Law.

In other words, we are looking for someone who is able to _**withstand stressful situations, is not afraid of challenges and has a "happy warrior" soul**_.

This position will be responsible for assisting our clients with their legal needs, including but not limited to: drafting pleadings, researching and reviewing legal documents, preparing discovery requests, and assisting with trial preparation.

We offer benefits, flexible schedule, work from home opportunities and a competitive salary for this region.

Renumeration will consist of a base salary plus a year-end bonus based on the associate's performance/billings with the exact structure to be disclosed during the interview.

**Responsibilities**:

- Meeting with clients
- Conducting legal research using Westlaw and/or Canlii or other applicable research services
- Drafting pleadings, including but not limited to: Applications, Answers, briefs, motions, any other documents pursuant to the _Family Law Rules._
- Assisting in preparation for trial (i.e. preparing witnesses and documents) as well as attendance at trials with the principal lawyer
- Communicating with clients and opposing counsel regarding case status and legal matters
- Managing cases in case management software program
- Maintaining case records in case management software program
- Performing other duties as assigned by the principal lawyer

**Salary**: Up to $140,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Licence/Certification:

- licence to practice law in Ontario (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Barrie, ON L4N 1J2



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