FAMILY LAW ASSISTANT
Requirements
A three (3) years qualification in a Legal field and/or equivalent legal qualification; knowledge in the functions of the Office of the Family Advocate, knowledge and application of Family Law, including Mediation in certain Divorce Matters Act, Children’s act, Maintenance Act and Domestic Violence Act, (inclusive of Hague Convention on International Child Abduction). Skills and Competencies: Communication (written and verbal skills), Computer 16", "literacy (MS Office), Mediation skills, Attention to detail, Conduct legal research, Good interpersonal relations.
Duties
Key Performance Areas: Conduct screening interviews and Parental Responsibilities and Rights information sessions, Assist members of the public with form completion and queries, Assist the Family Advocate in conducting customer satisfaction surveys and community outreach projects, Support the Family Advocate with regards to matters on the court roll, Receive and screen correspondence and draft responses on behalf of the Family Advocate, Conduct mediations in disputes regarding Parental Responsibilities and Rights.