Job description
Company
Confidential
Position
Associate Lawyer – Family Law
Location
Mississauga (Hybrid or Fully Remote)
Our client’s law firm is expanding and they are looking for an experienced, entrepreneurial Associate Family Lawyer (3+ years) to join their growing boutique practice. Are you looking to join a purpose-driven, high-integrity firm that supports independent lawyers? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About our client:
Our client is a progressive, client-centered boutique firm based in Mississauga, built around personalized legal solutions and deep client care. They pride themselves on offering strategic, empathetic representation in family law matters, with a team of experienced professionals who thrive in a supportive, modern, and accountable environment.
Their firm combines a deep commitment to ethical advocacy with forward-thinking operations, and their team values entrepreneurial lawyers who are results-driven, compassionate, and motivated to build long-term client trust and success.
Our client offers:
- Transparent fee-split compensation with growth potential
- Hybrid or fully remote flexibility
- A professional environment with space to lead, contribute, and grow
- A supportive and forward-thinking team culture
- Space to contribute meaningfully without burnout
- Mentorship and leadership opportunities
- Forward-thinking operations, including tech integration and virtual-friendly systems
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Principal, this is an ideal role for a lawyer who is confident managing their own files, thrives on meaningful client work, and wants the freedom and flexibility of a boutique practice—without sacrificing mentorship, collaboration, or purpose.
This position is structured for a lawyer who values autonomy, is comfortable using virtual tools, and is excited to help shape the next phase of the firm’s growth. This is a high-impact role with real opportunity for leadership and evolution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and representation in family law matters including divorce, child custody, spousal support, child support, and property division
- Manage files independently from intake through resolution with excellence in legal drafting, strategy, and communication
- Attend court, mediations, and discoveries; advocate for clients at all stages of litigation and settlement
- Maintain regular, proactive communication with clients about their case progress and outcomes
- Collaborate with a skilled team of clerks, intake coordinators, and lawyers to deliver seamless client service
- Participate in team meetings, case strategy discussions, and optional business development efforts as desired
- Ensure documentation, billing, and timekeeping are accurate and timely
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience practicing family law in Ontario
- Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Proven ability to manage and advance multiple client matters independently
- Strong litigation, negotiation, and client-facing communication skills
- Technologically adept; comfort with remote work and legal software (e.g., LEAP, Clio, or Lawmatics is a plus)
- Professional integrity, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to delivering high- quality legal outcomes
- Entrepreneurial mindset with an openness to business development and process improvement
Interested in being a member of our client’s law firm? We look forward to your application!
If you’re looking for a flexible, purpose-driven legal career, we welcome your application and look forward to learning more about your practice philosophy.
We thank all applicants and will reach out to those selected for interviews. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates selected for a final interview will be invited to complete a DISC profile in advance.
Our client is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all applicants throughout the recruiting and selection process. Please let us know about any accommodation and/or support requirements.
Please note we are only accepting applications from those authorized to work in Canada and we are not currently sponsoring any work visas.
