paralegal
Posted on
October 01, 2024
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Cooper's
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Coopersinc.co We believe in Work for Everyone.  We are a leading Staffing Agency in Vancouver, Toronto and Edmonton.  Our clients look for our assistance to find excellent talent within Canada to meet their job requirements.  This position is focused on finding an excellent paralegal with litigation experience.  We welcome all applicants legally entitled to work within Canada who live in the lower mainland of British Columbia who are licensed within the province of British Columbia to practice as a paralegal.  A criminal back ground check and other clearances are required for this role.  Our client has an immediate need for a Paralegal to join a professional and collegial team. Our excellent team consist's of solicitors, paralegals and legal assistants performing a wide array of paralegal functions with a focus on litigation matters. Our client's work includes files in the BC Supreme Court, Small Claims Court, Civil Resolution Tribunal, BC Court of Appeal, and hearings. Position RESPONSIBILITIES: The Paralegal is responsible for the following: Drafts pleadings, application materials, affidavits, orders, bills of costs, discovery requests and responses, and trial preparation documents Schedules meetings, trials, discoveries, hearings, etc. and prepares relevant documentation Reviews, gathers and manages documents to be used in proceedings Assists in interviews and investigations Drafts and prepares correspondence with both opposing parties and client departments Prepares and manages the filing and service of court materials Exercises a high level of confidentiality and tact Exercises independent judgment when working with precedents. Researches and analyzes a variety of sources such as the applicable rules of court, statues, regulations, court decisions, legal documents and articles for use in preparing materials related to litigation. Photocopying and filing General office duties as required Other duties as assigned, including handling subpoenas, tax sales, bankruptcy proceedings, etc. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, supplemented by a paralegal certificate or diploma by an accredited program Minimum of 4 years of paralegal experience in litigation Membership in the British Columbia Paralegal Association is considered an asset Thorough understanding of litigation, including knowledge of rules and practices relating to the BC Supreme Court, Small Claims Court,Civil Resolution Tribunal, and BC Court of Appeal. Experience with other levels of court or administrative tribunals is an asset Experienced in preparing and organizing correspondence and a variety of legal documents ensuring compliance with applicable rules of court Proven research and legal analysis skills Strong critical thinking skills, a high level of initiative, and a proactive approach to problem solving Detail oriented with an excellent ability to multi-task, prioritize, and organize within strict timelines Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to both work collaboratively in a team environment and independently Organized and meticulous A high level of proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, PowerPoint, and various document management systems Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment to meet deadlines Eagerness to assist with the needs of the office as they arise ADDITIONAL INFO: This position requires the completion of a Police Information Check Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications Please apply to this job posting or visit us online at coopersinc.co
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LocationSurrey, BC
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Not available
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
Talent.com
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Advertised until
2024-10-08
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