Associate Lawyer - Family Law

SAGE LAW GROUP is an established, fast-growing, thriving Law firm with over 20 years of experience serving Southern Ontario.

We’re excited to invite applications for an Associate Lawyer in Family Law litigation who is qualified to practice law in Ontario to join our wonderful team! Our ideal candidate will have a real passion for Family Law and a love for teamwork.

This position offers a wonderful opportunity with a flexible fee split and the convenience of remote work from home or any location you prefer. We provide high-quality mentorship in Family Law, along with a steady supply of clients, and helpful administrative and accounting support to make your tasks smoother, including clerical assistance.

Description:

Our Family Law litigation counsels primarily advocate for clients in court on intricate family issues such as divorce, child custody, child& spousal support, property division, and domestic violence. They provide legal counsel, perform comprehensive research, draft legal documents, negotiate settlements, and represent clients during court hearings and trials, ensuring they remain informed about pertinent family law statutes and case precedents.

Required skills:

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills: Ability to evaluate complex legal issues and develop effective strategies
Excellent communication skills: Clear and persuasive verbal and written communication to effectively interact with clients and opposing counsel
Negotiation skills: Ability to negotiate favorable settlements for clients
Detail-oriented: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal documents and case management
Time management skills: Ability to effectively manage multiple cases and meet deadlines
Empathy and compassion: Understanding the emotional complexities involved in family law cases
This position is open to newly called as well as experienced lawyers.

Essential Requirements:

LSO Membership;
LAO Family Law membership;
Ability to occasionally attend in-person court appearances in either Halton Area and/or Simcoe County.
Please visit our website to get to know us better www.thesagelawgroup.ca

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00-$172,126.63 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Work from home
Work Location: Remote