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September 21, 2024
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Home Counsel Legal Services
Job details
*Job Title:* Lawyer (Family Law Preferred, Other Fields Considered)
*Location:* Hybrid Remote - Ottawa, ON K2P 0C2
*Type*: Full-time/Part-time
*Pay*: $30,000 - $120,000 per year
*Hours*: 10 - 35 hours per week (based upon the amount of work you want to take on)
*Overview*:
Home Counsel Legal Services (HCLS) is seeking lawyers, ideally with a focus in Family and Child Protection Law, to join our growing team. We offer a turn-key practice management solution, providing the resources you need to focus on what matters most?the clients. Lawyers in other fields (e.g., criminal, employment, or wills & estate law) are also encouraged to apply, provided they can practice independently and have a track record of doing so.
*Key Responsibilities:*
- Provide legal representation and advice, with a focus on Family Law (open to other practice areas)
- Negotiate settlements and advocate on behalf of clients
- Draft legal documents such as parenting agreements, settlement offers, and pleadings
- Conduct legal research using tools like Lexis-Nexis
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files
- Represent clients in court as necessary
*What We Offer:*
- Work from home (except for court appearances and in-person client meetings)
- Flexible, set-your-own-schedule work arrangement (this is a "get the job done" setting, not a "9 to 5")
- Support with legal resources, allowing you to focus on client outcomes
- An attractive commission-based pay structure, with the potential to earn a retention bonus based on your years of practice
*Qualifications:*
- J.D. or LL.B. degree from an accredited law school
- Admitted to the Ontario Bar and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- 0 to 10+ years of experience (new calls are welcome, subject to having to work in Family/Child Protection Law)
- Strong proficiency in legal research, drafting, and courtroom representation
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and manage client relationships effectively
*Compensation & Benefits:*
- *Pay*: $30,000 - $120,000/year (based on billable hours and your own personal targets)
- *Commission pay*: Earn a percentage of your billable hours
- *Retention bonus*: Increase your retained percentage based on years of practice
- *Work schedule*: Monday to Friday (there are no "clock-in / clock-out" times, set your own schedule)
*Why Join HCLS?*
At HCLS, we value autonomy and flexibility. Whether you're looking to practice in Family Law or in another specialized field, HCLS provides the structure, resources, and flexibility to help you succeed on your own terms.
For more information, such as calculating estimated income, visit our website:
https://hc-ls.ca/work-with-hcls
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $30,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 5 ? 30 per week
Additional pay:
* Commission pay
* Retention bonus
Benefits:
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* On call
* Weekends as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ottawa, ON K2P 0C2
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LocationOttawa, ON
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$30,000 to $120,000YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Full time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
#9455966220
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