Job Description

Job Title: Litigation Assistant

Job #: 16868

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Location: Vancouver

Salary: $65,000

Benefits: Excellent benefits

Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

• Our client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.
• Boutique litigation law firm including class actions, health, insurance, and personal injury. Recognized by the Globe and Mail as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms.
• Office located in Vancouver. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drafting applications and affidavits in support.
• Drafting orders and other pleadings.
• Reviewing and summarizing records, cross-referencing and pinpointing documents.
• Citing, assembling and side-barring authorities.
• Preparing appeal records and appeal books.
• Case management (updating clients, managing deadlines and communicating with experts, witnesses, defence counsel and courts).

Requirements:

• Paralegal Certificate or relevant experience.
• 1-2 years’ experience as a civil/commercial litigation paralegal (BC law).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to deal directly with clients and all levels of staff.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Excellent attention to detail, be organized and proactive, able to multi-task and handle changing priorities.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in MS Word and ability to learn new software and technology quickly.
• Experience with Pro Law an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules of Court and ability to interpret Rules.
• Familiarity with civil procedure of other jurisdictions (AB, SK, ON and QC) an asset.

How To Apply:

Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #16868 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting. Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.