Family Law

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, Canada Scarfone Hawkins LLP Full time

Scarfone Hawkins LLP is a preeminent law firm located in the City of Hamilton. We work together to create a vision of which everyone may be proud. We share our expertise with our community, through our involvement with charities and non-profits, by giving back to the region we call home.

What you will be doing
- Preparing, assembling, and organizing legal documents including, but not limited to, pleadings, financial statements, net family property statements, case conference briefs, motions, affidavits, and trial documents.
- Maintaining document files and case correspondence both physically and electronically.
- Organizing and maintaining calendar for key dates and meetings for lawyer.
- Conducting searches as required.
- Liaising between client and lawyer.
- Transcribing digital dictation.
- Adhere to all company’s policies, guidelines, and statutory/legislative requirements.
- Attend and participate in team and supervision meetings.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

**Who you are**:

- Completion of a post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk or Paralegal Program.
- Minimum of two (2) years experience.
- Good understanding of Family Law Rules and Rules of Civil of Procedure.
- Knowledge of the Family Law Act, Divorce Act and Children’s Law Reform Act.
- Good understanding of legal reference materials, procedures, and legal filing systems.
- Experienced and knowledgeable in MS Office Suite, DivorceMate, and Leap Software.
- Excellent attention to detail, oral and writing skills, including proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation for complex documentation.
- Solid computer and typing skills.
- Role up your sleeves, proactive & positive attitude.
- Recognize and respect people’s diversity, individual differences and point of views.
- Be willing to continuously learn and grow.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong time-management, organizational and document/file management skills.

**What we offer to you**:

- Newly renovated and convenient office location in the heart of Hamilton’s downtown core, close to restaurants, shops and transportation.
- Hybrid work model in which remote work will be permitted at least 2 days per week after successful completion of probationary period.
- Opportunity to further develop your skills in this role.
- Competitive salary compensatory with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including:

- Life insurance, Dental care, Disability insurance, Extended Health Care, Vision care, Employee Assistance Program, Health Care Spending Account
- Fantastic office culture with many firm events.

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