Our client, one of British Columbia’s leading boutique law firms in the areas of construction, commercial and matrimonial dispute resolution is looking for a Full-time Paralegal/LAA to join their Family Law team!
Responsibilities include:
- Collaborating with clients and opposing counsel for the collection, review and production of documents as well as drafting routine correspondence
- Reviewing documents and coding for relevance and privilege
- Preparing pleadings, including:
- Form F8 Financial Statements
- Affidavits
- Notices of Application
- Lists of Documents
- Reviewing documents and coding for relevance and privilege along with reviewing/preparing transcript summaries and assisting lawyers with all aspects of trial preparations
Qualifications and skills required:
- 5+ years of litigation experience with a specialty in family with thorough knowledge of Family Law rules
- Successful completion of a post-secondary LAA and/or paralegal program or the real world equivalent and the ability to work overtime if required
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of BC Supreme Court Rules, court practices and procedures and filing deadlines
- Exceptional time management, organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work under pressure, complete tasks with speed and accuracy, the ability to multi-task in response to changing situations, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Meticulous attention to detail and desire to provide quality work with a high level of accuracy;
- Excellent judgement and the ability to exercise discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters
- High client service orientation with a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently, take initiative and be resourceful
- Proficiency in file organization and time management with exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Experience in MS Word, Excel and Outlook, DivorceMate
Preferred:
- Experience with Eclipse
- Experience with PCLaw
Our client offers comprehensive group benefits and other perks within a fun and friendly environment