paralegal Abbotsford
Job description
About us
At Linley Welwood, we operate as a team. Our firm has an open-door policy, which facilitates a collaborative and constructive teamwork environment and enables our legal team to provide our clients with efficient and creative solutions for every task and issue at hand.
FAMILY LAW PARALEGAL
The ideal candidate will hold a Paralegal Diploma with a minimum of 3 year's experience working as a paralegal in a family law office.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Detail-oriented with excellent ability to multi-task, prioritize, and organize
- The ability to work independently and within a team
- A strong work ethic and initiative
- Flexible and adaptable to changing work demand
- Knowledge and understanding of the Family Law Act
- Knowledge of Provincial Court & Supreme Court Rules
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Preparing and drafting motions, pleadings, judgments, statements, documents, and other correspondence (e.g., debt and asset lists, witness affidavits, child support worksheets, responsive pleadings, etc.)
- Performing legal research
- Maintaining attorney calendars, scheduling appointments and court dates
- Serving as a liaison between the client and attorney, conducting client interviews
All applications will be kept confidential. We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $63,000.00-$79,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Paralegal: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
About Linley Welwood
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 1 to 50 Employees
Type: Unknown
Website: www.linleywelwood.com
