Law Clerk (Part-Time Contract)

WOMEN IN CRISIS (ALGOMA) INC. Invites applications for the position of: Law Clerk/Legal Assistant Reporting to the Lawyer and to the Director of Programs and Staff, the Law Clerk/Legal Assistant will provide administrative support to the lawyer at the Community Connection Centre. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Provide administrative support to the lawyer. · Prepare DivorceMate calculations and Certificates of Financial Disclosure. · Maintain weekly task lists for ongoing files and ensure deadlines are monitored. · Draft documents, correspondence, and other communication to clients, opposing counsel, and other parties, as needed. · Compile relevant documents and information from clients, including financial documents. · Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information. WORK SCHEDULE: · Part-time Contract Position until March 31, 2027 – 10 hours per week · In-office SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: · Must be a licensed commissioner in Ontario. · Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, CaseCentre, and DivorceMate applications. · Prior experience working in a family law setting is an asset, with applicants having a working knowledge of Ontario family law procedures, rules, and forms. · Applicants should have strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. Women in Crisis (Algoma) Inc. is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of The City of Sault Ste. Marie. We strongly encourage applications from qualified women, particularly those who can offer diverse perspectives and contribute to the further diversification of ideas, cultures, and sexual orientations. HOURLY RATE: $28.22 (+5% in lieu of benefits) Please forward your resume and cover letter by September 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM, to the attention of: Kelly O’Donnell, Executive Director of Programs and Staff Women In Crisis (Algoma) Inc. 23 Oakland Avenue Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2T2 Fax: (705) 759-3239 Email: [email protected] A detailed job description is available at the above addresses. Please note that applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

Provide administrative support to the lawyer, including drafting documents and managing correspondence for clients and opposing counsel. Responsible for preparing DivorceMate calculations, monitoring deadlines, and maintaining sensitive client files.

Must be a licensed commissioner in Ontario with proficiency in Microsoft Office, CaseCentre, and DivorceMate. Prior experience in family law and knowledge of Ontario family law rules and forms is considered an asset.

• Payment In Lieu Of Benefits

• Sens de l’organisationSouhaitée
• Administrative SupportSouhaitée
• Souci du détailSouhaitée
• PrioritizationSouhaitée
• Microsoft Office SuiteSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Administrative Support
• DivorceMate
• CaseCentre
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Family Law Procedures
• Legal Drafting
• Financial Disclosure
• Organization
• Attention To Detail
• Prioritization

• Legal
• Administrative
• Social Services

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

3 oct. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

10 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte