Hybrid LAA/paralegal - Construction

• Opening and maintaining files, ensuring policies and procedures are followed in accordance with firm guidelines, running conflict searches, maintaining calendars and bring forwards and preparing routine correspondence.
• Scheduling trial dates, discoveries, meetings, conferences and confirming dates with all involved parties as required.
• Arranging court reporters.
• Assisting with preparation of document binders, lists of documents, notice of applications and pleadings.
• Arranging for service of court documents.
• Filing court documents via BC Online, agent, and in-person.
• Tracking deadlines to ensure compliance with court limitations.
• Providing administrative support and preparation of monthly invoices.
• Preparation of materials for administrative hearings.
• Reviewing and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.
• Electronic organization and maintenance of files.
• Conducting BC Online, LTO and corporate searches.
• Arranging for expenses to be reimbursed.
• Arranging documents for paying money out of trust.

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience, in civil litigation (experience in construction litigation will be considered an asset);
• Successful completion of a post-secondary LAA program or the real-world equivalent;
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of BC Supreme Court Civil 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, and the ability to multi-task;
• Client-centered approach with commitment to providing outstanding service;
• Strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently, take initiative and be resourceful;
• The ability to work overtime if required;
• Strong technical skills including intermediate level knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows;
• Proficient knowledge in Adobe – OCR-ing, text searching, editing, redacting and hyperlinking within PDF documents;
• Experience with BC Online, BC Registries and MyLTSA;
• Experience with iManage is considered an asset;
• We value candidates who are comfortable using advanced technologies in their daily work and who have a demonstrated ability to adapt to and utilize new technologies effectively to enhance productivity and client service.
• Working visa candidates are welcome to apply.

• Extended Health, Vision and Dental coverage
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Parental Leave Top-up Program
• Professional Development & Education reimbursement
• Vacation and Paid Sick time
• Matching Group RRSP plan
• Health & Wellness Allowance
• Firm Social Events

Eva Lee & Associates