Scarfone Hawkins LLP is an established and growing law firm seeking a talented Legal Assistant to work in the practice area of Family Law. The Family Law Group has quality and diverse files that provide challenging, fast-paced and interesting work in a dynamic, collegial team environment. We pride ourselves on excellence in everything we do, every day. If this matches what you are looking for, come join our team!

Role and Responsibilities

• General administrative and clerical duties, from answering phones to filing and making copies

• Organizing and collating legal documents for filing and preparing affidavits of service

• File court documents on Justice Services Online and uploading of documents to Case Lines

• Maintaining document files and file correspondence both physically and electronically

• Schedule appointments, meetings and conferences for lawyer

• Organizing and maintaining calendar for key dates and meetings

• Communicating with clients, counsel, and court officials

• Managing billing and accounting services

• Transcribing digital dictation

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

• Completion of a post-secondary legal office administration program

• Minimum of one (1) years experience or equivalent work term

• Good understanding of Family Law Rules

• Strong transcription and typing skills

• Good understanding of legal reference materials, procedures, and legal filing systems

• Experienced and knowledgeable in MS Office Suite, and legal document management systems

• Excellent organization and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently

• Familiarity with family law terminology an asset

Why You Want to Work at Our Firm:

• Attractive base salary
• Opportunities for career advancement within our firm
• Flexible and hybrid remote work environment
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance and more benefits package
• Office conveniently located in the center of Hamilton's downtown core
• Inclusive and diverse office environment with regular firm events
• Ability to be a part of the community in which you work

Scarfone Hawkins LLP is committed to diversity, inclusion and accessibility for all persons. We encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants’ needs throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.