Family Law Paralegal

Our client is a multi-service Vancouver based law firm. They are committed to providing service excellence to their valued clients.

Currently, they are looking for a Family Law Paralegal to join their Downtown Vancouver office. 

The ideal candidate will have family law experience, be very organized, takes initiative, has the ability ot multi-task, strong attention to detail, and excellent client service skills.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Proactively moves files forward within client expectations
• Drafting notice of applications and affidavits
• Drafting agreements
• Preparing legal documents for Supreme and Provincial Courts, as well as Court of Appeal
• Setting examinations for discovery, mediations, applications, and trials
• Managing lawyer’s calendars and scheduling Court dates
• Handling incoming client intake calls and referrals

Ideal Qualitifcations:

• 3+ years experience in a similar family law role
• A graduate from an accredited LAA or Paralegal program or equivalency
• Thorough understanding of Supreme and BC Provincial Court rules and procedures
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Some experience in civil litigation an asset
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, Divorecemate
• Experience with Worldox an asset

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