Family Law Paralegal
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- Whistler, BC
- 65.000-95.000 $ par an
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- You will collaborate with clients and opposing counsel for the collection, review and production of documents;
- Draft routine correspondence;
- Review documents and code them for relevance and privilege;
- You will prepare pleadings, including:
- Form F8 Financial Statements;
- Affidavits;
- Notices of Application;
- Lists of Documents;
- Review and prepare transcript summaries;
- Assist lawyers with all aspects of trial preparations.
- 5+ years of litigation experience with a specialty in family
- Successful completion of a post-secondary LAA and/or paralegal program or the real world equivalent;
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of BC Supreme Court Rules, court practices and procedures and filing deadlines;
- Thorough knowledge of Family Law Act;
- The ability to work overtime if required;
- Experience in Adobe, MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
- Experience with DivorceMate.
- 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;
- Strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently, take initiative and be resourceful;
- Proficiency in file organization and time management;
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Extended Health, Vision and Dental coverage
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Top-up Program
- Parental Leave Top-up Program
- Professional development & education reimbursement
- Vacation, paid sick time and paid or banked overtime
- Group RRSP plan with 2% matching
- Annual health & wellness allowance
- Firm social events (including an end of year party in Whistler)