Halton County Law Association

Nachla Law Office is a boutique firm based in Oakville, Ontario that continues to grow. Over the years, Nachla Law Office has earned a solid reputation in Oakville through our exemplary service to our clients and through our community service as being a law firm with a heart. We serve our clients and our community with dedication, compassion, and integrity. We are proud of our excellent customer service and honored by the trust that our clients have in us. Nachla Law Office is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility. All of this could not have been possible without our excellent team. Most of our team members have been with the firm for several years. We have a congenial work atmosphere, and we value work/life balance. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic, conscientious, business-minded lawyer who wants to be part of a close-knit team. We offer mentoring and guidance while also offering autonomy and independence to our lawyers. We are looking forward to working with you and to making you feel welcome and supported.

We offer our clients a choice of meeting virtually or in-person, and still find that many clients prefer to come into our office for in-person meetings. We have designated office spaces for the lawyers and support team, and we have established an informal schedule wherein the lawyers rotate working remotely from home and in the office so that at least one lawyer is always in the office.

We practice in the areas of Family Law, Real Estate, Wills and Estates, and Corporate/Commercial to offer our clients well-rounded legal advice in these often inter-related legal areas. Our philosophy is that Court is a place of last resort, but there for a reason. We strive to be by our client’s side, offering knowledgeable legal advice and emotional support. Some of our Family lawyers are Collaboratively trained and certified, and we encourage and Collaborative training and certification to have that skill set even for litigation matters. We Mediate and offer lawyer- assisted Mediation.

At this moment, we are actively searching for a Family Law lawyer with about 3+ years of solid experience in Family Law. 

The key responsibilities include:

-Preparing Court documents for service and filing at the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice in all phases of Court proceedings, including Continuing Records, Endorsement Records, Financial Statements, Briefs, Disclosure, Motion Materials and Trial materials.

- Preparing financial disclosure.

- Corresponding with clients and the Courts.

-Preparing Domestic Contracts (Separation Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements, Marriage Contracts).

-Diligently keeping clients apprised with respect to their matters and with respect to their accounts.

Qualifications for this position include:

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English is required.

-Experience with DivorceMate.

-Excellent organizational skills.

-Good judgment, an ability to think critically, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

-The ability to independently manage a substantial caseload is required.

-Ability to adapt and pivot with the ever-changing legal landscape, and to be innovative in support of strategic business goals and client satisfaction.

What will you bring to the team:

-A motivated and energetic individual, with the ability to prioritize and effectively meet deadlines while meeting clients’ needs and creating a positive work environment.

-A positive disposition, flexible attitude, enthusiasm, energy, and a team player.

-An outgoing and personable personality to elevate client interactions and service.

-The ability to solve problems under pressure and work independently while being part of a team.

-Ability to generate revenue while meeting client expectations.

If you feel you are compatible with Nachla Law Office, please submit your cover letter and resume by email to office@nachlaw.com.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position, however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Drug plan

Experience:

• Family Law: 3 years (required)

License/Certification:

• Member good standing, Law Society of Ontario (required)

Work Location: Hybrid (in person, Oakville)

Nachla Law Office is a busy boutique law firm in Oakville that practices in the areas of Family Law, Wills & Estates and Real Estate. We are searching for a Law Clerk who is experienced in the area of Family Law. This position is full time from 9am to 5pm. All members of the firm, lawyers, law clerks and support staff, work as a tight-knit team, and help each other to meet our clients’ needs. Compensation is based on experience with a range of $48,000.00 - $75,000.00.  We offer prescriptions/drug plan and dental plan.

Law Clerk/ Legal assistant Responsibilities

• Support counsel in all stages of litigation such as motions, case conferences, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Manage electronic filings through CaseLines, and other court e-filing systems, ensuring compliance with Ontario Court Practice Directions and regional requirements.
• Monitor deadlines, limitation periods, and procedural timelines.
• Coordinate proper service of documents, conduct quality and procedural reviews for accuracy and compliance and stay current with evolving court rules, procedures, and filing systems.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and external service providers.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical client files to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage lawyers’calendars, including diarizing deadlines, court appearances, and filing dates.
• Coordinate meetings, meditations, discoveries, and virtual hearings via platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
• Prepare correspondence to clients, counsel, and court offices.
•  Assist with monthly billing and filing.
• Oversee document production and electronic file organization. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Law Clerk diploma or equivalent experience as a legal assistant/ law clerk.
• 2+ years of experience as a Family Law Clerk or legal assistant role.
• Experience with Ontario court system including CaseLines, and electronic court filing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, OneDrive), Adobe Acrobat (PDF bookmarking, redactions, compilations), and virtual meeting platforms.
• Familiarity with Actionstep Accounting System (preferred not required).
• Strong organizational and file management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail with both written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a pleasant disposition and a sense of humor.
• Well versed in the various Family Law related Statutes (Divorce Act, Family Law Act, Family Law Rules, etc.)
• Experience preparing Court Forms (including SSAGs, Financial Statements, NFP Statements).
• Enjoy speaking with clients and have the soft skills to do so effectively.
• Work quickly and conscientiously.

If you are looking for a small law firm with a friendly environment, you are seeking a long- term arrangement, and you believe you have the qualifications for this posting, please reply by email with a covering letter and CV to office@nachlaw.com.  We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates whom we wish to interview will be contacted. 

Job type: In person

Pay: $48,000.00 – $78,000.00

Benefit: Drug Plan and Dental Care

I am a common law graduate who has completed a Master’s in Canadian Common Law at Osgoode Hall Law School and satisfied all NCA requirements, with Ontario licensing exams forthcoming. I hold an Honours Bachelor of Laws from the University of Exeter and a Bachelor of Arts from McGill University in Political Science, with double minors in English Literature and Philosophy. That interdisciplinary training sharpened my ability to analyze complex problems, interpret dense material with precision, and construct clear, structured arguments.

My experience spans statutory advocacy in education law, large-scale document review in financial investigations, and exposure to commercial litigation matters. I have rebuilt fragmented caseloads involving public-law duties, translating lived facts into coherent legal submissions that required decision-makers to respond. In disclosure projects involving tens of thousands of documents, I assessed evidentiary relevance in matters concerning alleged financial misconduct and governance failures, identifying key materials for senior lawyers. In a high-volume banking environment, I exercised regulatory judgment daily, enforcing compliance protocols and independently preventing a significant wire error prior to approval.

I am particularly interested in civil litigation because it draws on careful reasoning, evidentiary discipline, and strategic problem-solving. I bring strong written advocacy, sound judgment, and the ability to take ownership of complex files, and I am seeking a role where I can contribute meaningfully from the outset while continuing to develop as a lawyer.

Resume provided upon request.

I can be contacted via email at henaguha04@gmail.com as well as mobile at 416-558-3119.

Are you looking for a top-notch summer student in 2026, who has previous administrative experience in a law firm, has a passion for advocacy, and has a first-class average in law school? Well, look no further! I have the experience, skills, and passion that makes me the perfect candidate. 

My name is Dabby Okoronkwo, a first year law student at the University of Sussex in England. My advocacy journey began five years ago when I challenged a durag policy at my high school that unfairly targeted Black students. Through constructive conversations with the school board head, I explained the cultural and practical significance of durags, leading to the overturning of the policy. I have used these advocacy skills as an active member of my university’s Mooting society. This experience has strengthened my communication, teamwork, and research skills, as well as my understanding of legal principles. I am eager to bring this zealous advocacy into your law firm and to fight on behalf of your clients.

Attending law school abroad has provided me with exposure to a different legal system, sharpening my comparative thinking and deepening my understanding of how law operates across jurisdictions. With my background in Philosophy, I bring unique views and strong critical, argumentative, writing, and ethical reasoning skills.

In the summer of 2025, I worked at a family law firm. This role required anticipating the needs of clients and lawyers, making timely decisions in fast-paced situations, and responding accurately to new challenges. Having gained experience in family law, I am now ready to gain hands-on experience in any other legal area or continue to develop my experience in family law.

To learn more about me, please email me at dabbyokoronkwo@yahoo.ca, or check out my Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dabbyokoronkwo/ or my CV. (Dabby Oko (Dec25).pdf)

And remember: “Pick Dabby—why settle for average when you can have savvy?”