Clark Wilson LLP is Hiring a Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Grow With Us And Be Your Best
Clark Wilson LLP seeks aCommercial Litigation Paralegalto join our busy practice group. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in commercial litigation and be a team player who is client-focused, organised, and able to work independently. This position is ideal for anyone wanting to join a firm that takes pride in having a collaborative working atmosphere where growth, professional development, and teamwork are supported. The ideal candidate will be available to work on-site during regular business hours with some flexibility.
What You'll Be Doing
- drafting pleadings, mediation briefs, and application materials;
- reviewing, summarising, and organising documents;
- preparing lists of documents;
- preparing and organizing materials for expert reports;
- preparing for examinations for discovery, applications, and trial, and
- liaising with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers, and clients on file progress.
How You Will Be a Great Fit For This Role
- graduate of a recognised Paralegal program;
- at least five years of recent experience working as a litigation paralegal, primarily in the area of commercial litigation or a similar practice area;
- the ability to confidently manage a litigation file from start to finish;
- hands-on experience with e-discovery document management software including, Ipro Eclipse and Relativity;
- thorough knowledge and understanding of the BC Civil Rules and court practices and procedures;
- strong technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, and BC Online;
- excellent organisational skills and attention to detail;
- the ability to prioritise a high volume of tasks and competing priorities;
- a client-centered approach with the commitment to providing outstanding service, and
- the ability to follow instructions and adhere to strict deadlines.
The Exciting Extras
In addition to a competitive salary from$75,000 to $95,000, we offer a range of benefits to ensure you are set up to thrive in a healthy work-life balance at Clark Wilson:
Benefits:Health coverage for you and your family, including overseas emergency medical care, prescriptions, vision care, dental care, paramedical services, life insurance and hospital accommodation.
Retirement Planning:RRSP matching program.
Additional Pregnancy/Parental Leave Benefits:Pregnancy and parental leave top off to 100% for a portion of the leave so that you can spend quality, worry-free time with your family.
Health and Wellness Spending Account:Health and Wellness Spending account to pay for items that will help you with your unique needs: an exercise bike, swimming lessons, or your pets' vet bills. It's up to you.
Recognition: Long service bonus to help celebrate your work anniversaries.
Social Events:Socials every Friday, off-site social events, employee appreciation week, team building events and more.
Professional Growth Opportunities:Resources available to invest in your personal growth and help you achieve your goals.
Employee Referral:Generous monetary amount for any employee referral.
Community:Opportunities to give back to your community through firm initiatives.
Paid Time Off:Generous vacation and bonus days. We also offer five personal days to assist with whatever life throws at you and one bonus day off to celebrate your work anniversary.
Who We Are
Clark Wilson is a rapidly growing regional law firm focused on providing the best possible service for our clients. We're consistently recognized by the media and business community for our professional excellence.
Our team consists of over 300 professionals serving some of the most recognizable brands in the world. Together, we've created a special culture, recognized by Great Place to Work as one of the best in Canada, that we'd love to share with you.
How to Apply
Send your application over to ***.
Clark Wilson is an equal-opportunity employer and advocate. This is not a statement we take lightly; it is part of who we are. We don't just celebrate diversity, we rely on it to cultivate our culture, provide new perspectives, and grow our collective wisdom.
If you'd like to discover a little more about Clark Wilson and what it's like to work with us, clickhereto visit our careers page.
We thank all applicants for their submissions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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