Civil Litigation Paralegal

Robert Half

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 66.000-79.000 $ par an
  • Permanent
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 29 jours
Job Description:We are seeking a detail-oriented Civil Litigation Paralegal to join our office. The individual ideally will have experience or at least training in the full spectrum of creditors' remedies - litigation, collections, and bankruptcy. The individual will also be trained on the job with a primary focus on our Creditors Remedies files in addition to supporting our broader litigation practice.This role requires ability to work independently, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. The ideal candidate will be available to work on-site during regular business hours with some flexibility to be discussed.Responsibilities:
  • Preparing court documents for Small Claims and Supreme Court of British Columbia, including pleadings, post-judgment enforcement-related chambers applications, garnishing orders, Summons to a Payment Hearing, and other enforcement-related court documents.
  • Occasionally preparing documents in bankruptcy court on behalf of unsecured creditors.
  • Learning and using federal government required software (Atrium) for correspondence, file access, organization, and timekeeping.
  • Effective oral and written communication with clients, debtors, and third parties involved in the collections procedure.
  • Managing case calendars and deadlines to ensure timely filings and compliance with the rules of all levels of court, and in particular, the Small Claims Rules and Supreme Court Civil Rules.
Requirements:Qualifications:
  • 0 to 3 years of paralegal experience in Civil Litigation.
  • Willing and able to obtain and maintain Protected B Security Status (we will assist).
  • Technological proficiency, including in programs such as MS Word, Outlook, and Adobe.
  • Practical knowledge of Supreme Court Civil Rules, Small Claims Rules, and Court of Appeal Rules, some familiarity with the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
  • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines on your own or as part of a team.
  • Solid work ethics, strong attention to detail, and strong communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Successful completion of an accredited Paralegal program preferred.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please reference job number 05060-0013265082 in all correspondence.Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Robert Half