Associate Lawyer – Family
Ontario, Ontario
•Legal
•Permanent
•06/26/2025
•281748
Our client, a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Ontario, is seeking a Family Lawyer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, self-motivated lawyer who is ready to manage files independently with the support of a dedicated law clerk and a collaborative legal team.
With a manageable billable target of approximately 1550 hours per year and the flexibility of hybrid or mostly remote work, this role is ideal for a lawyer seeking both professional growth and work-life balance. While much of the role can be performed remotely, occasional in-person court appearances and client meetings will be required.
Key Responsibilities:
David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.
With a manageable billable target of approximately 1550 hours per year and the flexibility of hybrid or mostly remote work, this role is ideal for a lawyer seeking both professional growth and work-life balance. While much of the role can be performed remotely, occasional in-person court appearances and client meetings will be required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a diverse caseload of family law matters including divorce, custody/access, support, and property division
- Draft a full range of legal documents including pleadings, financial statements, agreements, and court materials
- Represent clients at conferences, motions, and trials with confidence and professionalism
- Provide strategic legal advice grounded in a strong understanding of the Family Law Rules, statutes, and related procedures
- Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while delivering high-quality client service
- Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- 2+ years of experience practicing family law
- Broad working knowledge of the Family Law Rules, applicable legislation, and legal processes
- Proven ability to work independently and proactively manage files
- Skilled in legal drafting and courtroom advocacy
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Hybrid or predominantly remote work structure
- Approximate annual billable target of 1550 hours
- Dedicated law clerk support for file management
- Excellent mentorship and professional development opportunities
- A highly collegial firm culture with a reputation for legal excellence
David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.
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