Associate Lawyer at Synectics Inc.

We are seeking a Family Law Litigation Associate with 3+ years of Ontario family law litigation experience, strong analytical and advocacy skills, and experience handling complex matters from legal research and drafting through negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support clients on a broad range of family law matters.
• Draft and negotiate domestic contracts, pleadings, Factums, legal opinions, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research, analyze complex issues, and provide strategic legal advice.
• Attend mediations, arbitrations, negotiations, and court hearings.
• Advocate effectively for clients and respond promptly to client communications.
• Assess new legislation and its potential impact on specific demographic groups.

Qualifications

• LL.B. or JD and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• 3+ years of family law litigation experience.
• Strong litigation, drafting, negotiation, analytical, and business skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and work effectively under pressure.
• Comfortable with virtual and in-person hearings, negotiations, and meetings.
• Proficiency in DivorceMate, PCLaw, DocuSign, Adobe, Zoom, and Office 365.
• Strong organization, file management, and client service skills.