Legal Assistant

1 month ago


London, Canada Lerners LLP Full time

With offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy and Kitchener, Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners’ employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service.

**Primary Responsibilities**
- answering the phone and handling cold calls
- scheduling appointments
- opening and closing files, conducting conflict searches
- organizing retainer and privacy documents
- detailed file organization, paper and electronic filing
- maintaining lawyer’s calendar and an effective BF system
- drafting correspondence to clients and lawyers
- setting up teleconferences, case conferences, and settlement conferences
- issuing Orders
- updating Continuing Records and Motion Records
- managing Court Filings
- preparing for trials
- managing information in DivorceMate
- preparing certificates of Financial Disclosure and preparing Financial Statements
- serving and filing all documents in connection with family court proceedings.

**Qualifications**
- a minimum of 4 (four) years of experience as a Family Law Legal Assistant or Law Clerk in the London area
- familiarity with the London Family Law rules and practice directions
- the ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- deep knowledge of DivorceMate
- a keen attention to detail and solid organizational skills
- a strong work ethic
- strong communication skills

**How to Apply**

**_ All Lerners employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19._**

**Benefits of Working at Lerners**:
Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding.

Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package:
**Salary**:
Commensurate with skill level and years of experience.

**Benefits**:

- Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision care
- LTD insurance
- Life insurance
- Parking/Transit reimbursement
- RRSP matching program
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Referral Bonus
- Employee Assistance Program


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