Civil Litigation Paralegal
British Columbia, British Columbia
•Legal
•Permanent
•11/03/2025
•282846
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal with a strong background in civil and estate litigation to join a well-established and respected law firm on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional looking to further their career in a dynamic, team-oriented environment that values excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. Located in Vancouver, the firm offers a supportive workplace and exposure to a variety of litigation matters, including estate, employment, business, commercial, and real property disputes.
About Our Client
Our client is a reputable Vancouver law firm known for its collaborative and professional culture, where team members support one another across a diverse range of litigation matters. While the practice focuses primarily on estate litigation, the team also handles employment, real estate, business, and construction law matters, providing a varied and engaging workload for staff.
About The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to join a highly experienced litigation team where mentorship and professional development are encouraged. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of civil litigation matters and have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to files from start to finish. There is no billable target for this role, allowing focus on providing high-quality support and managing files effectively.
About The Position
Reporting within the litigation department, the Paralegal will support a variety of civil litigation files, primarily in estate law, but also including employment, real property, business, commercial, and construction disputes. Duties include:
Must-Haves:
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
About Our Client
Our client is a reputable Vancouver law firm known for its collaborative and professional culture, where team members support one another across a diverse range of litigation matters. While the practice focuses primarily on estate litigation, the team also handles employment, real estate, business, and construction law matters, providing a varied and engaging workload for staff.
About The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to join a highly experienced litigation team where mentorship and professional development are encouraged. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of civil litigation matters and have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to files from start to finish. There is no billable target for this role, allowing focus on providing high-quality support and managing files effectively.
About The Position
Reporting within the litigation department, the Paralegal will support a variety of civil litigation files, primarily in estate law, but also including employment, real property, business, commercial, and construction disputes. Duties include:
- Drafting letters, pleadings, applications, and other court documents
- Interacting professionally with other offices and the court, including setting trials and discoveries
- Preparing, listing, and organizing required documents
- Conducting witness interviews
- Performing administrative tasks, including file organization, opening and closing files, maintaining a bring-forward system, and preparing invoices
- Collaborating with experienced litigation paralegals for guidance and mentorship
Must-Haves:
- Paralegal Diploma or Certificate
- Minimum 3 years of civil litigation experience, with estate litigation a significant component
- Experience with employment or real property litigation
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365, legal accounting software, and litigation file management
- Exposure to business, commercial, or construction disputes
- Salary: $65,000 – $80,000, based on experience
- 3 weeks vacation
- Supportive and collaborative office environment
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
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