Legal Assistant, Family Law – Hybrid

With offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy and Kitchener, Lerners provides a full range of legal services throughout Southwestern Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state‑of‑the‑art technology. Lerners’ employees enjoy a fast‑paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service.

Lerners is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Family Law practice group in the London, Ontario office. The ideal candidate will preferably have over 2 years of experience working in a similar position; however, this is not a prerequisite. This is a Hybrid position and requires a minimum of 3 days in office or as required.

• Answer the phone and handle cold calls.
• Schedule appointments.
• Open and close files, conduct conflict searches.
• Organize retainer and privacy documents.
• Maintain detailed file organization, paper and electronic filing.
• Maintain lawyer’s calendar and an effective bring‑forward (BF) system.
• Prepare accounts, deposit cash receipts, pay invoices.
• Draft correspondence to clients and lawyers.
• Set up teleconferences, case conferences and settlement conferences.
• Issue orders.
• Update Continuing Records and Motion Records.
• Serve and file all documents in connection with family court proceedings, and use Case Center to upload and organize court documents.

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant is preferred but not required.
• Experience in family law is an asset.
• Knowledge of Divorce Mate is an asset.
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• A strong work ethic.
• The ability to work effectively on a team and individually.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to receive feedback.
• Experience with technology and working in a hybrid environment.
• Experience with ACL and Document Management Systems is an asset.

Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.

• Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision care
• LTD insurance
• Life insurance
• Parking/Transit reimbursement
• RRSP matching program
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program

Target Hiring Range: $40,916.63 - $51,145.79
Commensurate with skill level, years of experience, and aligned with internal and market equity.

Lerners is a leading regional law firm with four offices across Southwestern Ontario and Toronto, offering the strength of a full‑service practice with the collaboration and support of a close‑knit team. We’re proud of our nearly 100‑year history, our reputation for excellence, and our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. At Lerners, your work will have impact, your ideas will be valued, and your career will grow in an environment that respects both professional ambition and life outside the office.

We’re committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion — and supporting applicants of all abilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please get in touch with us at