CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

Legal Assistant - Family Law

We are seeking a dedicated and driven Legal Assistant to join our family law team. As an articling student at Mint Legal, you will be exposed to all aspects of family law practice and gain valuable, hands-on experience working alongside seasoned lawyers. This is an incredible opportunity to develop your skills in a highly supportive and rewarding environment.

Responsibilities

  • Communicate and liaise with clients, opposing lawyers, court staff

  • Draft basic legal documents for lawyer review

  • Manage calendar bookings

  • Assist lawyers in preparing for family law hearings, mediations, and arbitrations

  • Collect sensitive client information, and update the digital file accordingly

  • Manage files and maintain organized documentation.

    Qualifications

  • Completion of a Legal Assistant diploma is an asset but not required

  • Eligible to work in Canada

  • Strong interest in family law, including divorce, custody, support, and related matters

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Strong organizational and time management abilities

  • Exceptionally high attention to detail

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

  • Empathy and professionalism when interacting with clients facing emotional and sensitive situations

  • A commitment to continuous learning and growth

Mint Legal is an equal opportunity employer. If you are ready to work in a fast-paced, exciting work environment, with emphasis on work life balance, please forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@mintlegal.ca.

We thank all applicants for your interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Junior Lawyer - Family Law

1-3 Year Call

We are seeking a Junior Lawyer to join our family law team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated lawyer to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in family law and a desire to grow their skills in litigation, client management, and case strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of family law matters, including divorce, custody, and support cases.

  • Draft legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, and separation agreements.

  • Represent clients in family law hearings, mediations, and negotiations.

  • Provide legal advice to clients on family law issues.

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of experience in family law (or recent call to the bar)

  • Membership with the Law Society of Alberta or ability to obtain membership

  • Strong oral advocacy skills and comfortability and competency in court setting

  • Well developed research and drafting skills

  • Compassionate and client-focused approach

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Compensation commensurate with experience.

Mint Legal is an equal opportunity employer. If you are ready to work in a fast-paced, exciting work environment, with emphasis on work life balance, please forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@mintlegal.ca.

We thank all applicants for your interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.