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Boyle & Co. Lawyers
Full Time Penticton 40 - 30 CAD HOURLY Today
Job description

About us

Boyle & Co. Lawyers is a full service law firm in Penticton, BC V2A. We have been serving the legal needs of Penticton and the surrounding area since 1921.

Our work environment includes:

  • Modern office setting
  • Growth opportunities
  • On-the-job training

We are looking for a Paralegal to join our team and provide support to one of our partners. This position will pay exceptionally well for the right person with the right skill set and experience.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Set meeting dates, mediations, discoveries, hearings, and communicate with Court Registries;
  • Arrange court filings and applications;
  • Maintain efficient file management and bring forward system, tracking court dates, meeting deadlines and limitation dates;
  • Prepare and draft various correspondence and documents;
  • Organize and assemble chambers application records and books of authorities;
  • Liaise with legal assistants, opposing counsel, and clients on file progress and next steps;
  • Billing; filing; opening and closing of files; conflict checks; and;
  • General administrative duties as required.

Qualifications

  • Successful completion of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program or an accreditated Paralegal Program and relevant experience;
  • Minimum five years of experience (civil litigation experience, personal injury and estate litigation experience would be considered an asset).
  • Understanding of BC civil litigation practices and procedures;
  • Ability to read and understand the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe;
  • Experience with BC Online, myLTSA, Court Services Online Clio Manage and Quickbooks would be an asset;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Exceptional organizational skills;
  • Ability to function well under pressure and manage a high volume of work;
  • Ability to take initiative and think ahead;
  • Positive and willing attitude;
  • Ability to work well independently and within a team environment;

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 - 18 months

Salary: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Penticton, BC V2A 1H1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

  • Secondary School (required)

Work Location: One location

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