Drive success in estate law as an organized and proactive Estate Paralegal. Utilize your strong communication skills to assist in complex transactions and ensure efficient client file management in a dynamic environment.
In this role, you will support estate law practices through detailed document drafting and management of client interactions. You should have 3-5 years' experience in a busy paralegal setting, equipped with exceptional detail-oriented skills and the ability to thrive under pressure. Your role will be pivotal in assisting with wills, client file organization, and coordinating with various parties involved in estate matters.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with complex estate transactions end-to-end
• Draft legal documents pertaining to estate law
• Manage and organize client files effectively
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Execute additional administrative tasks as necessary
Requirements:
• 3-5 years in a high-paced estate paralegal role
• Proficient in MS Word and Outlook
• High attention to detail
• Strong ability to learn quickly
• Independent work capability
Showcase your estate law expertise in a supportive environment while delivering high-quality paralegal services effectively.
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Our client is seeking a three-to-six-year call litigator to add to their existing general litigation, insurance defence and maritime practices.
The ideal candidate will have three to six years of experience handling general litigation files, including managing files independently under the guidance of senior counsel, communicating with clients and opposing counsel and conducting examinations for discovery, mediations, and court applications. Prior experience in the areas of maritime law or insurance defence is an asset but not required.
About our Client:
The firm is a Vancouver based law firm founded in 2002 and is one of the leading maritime law firms in Canada. They routinely act for shipowners, charterers and their insurers. They have been involved in most of the major maritime shipping casualties that have occurred on Canada’s west coast, including ship-source pollution incidents, collisions, groundings, sinkings, shipboard fires, and cargo losses. Many of our lawyers are routinely recognized as leading lawyers in the area of maritime law. The firm’s lawyers also have well-established practices in the areas of employment law, health law, commercial litigation and family law in addition to a broad corporate commercial practice.
They offer significant hands-on litigation experience including regular opportunities for direct client contact and independent file management. The firm’s associates have bright long-term prospects and the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop their practice in conjunction with their existing client base. The firm is very proud of their entrepreneurial, supportive, and collegial work environment.
If this sounds like your ideal position, please submit your CV, cover letter and university transcripts, in confidence, to us by attaching your resume and other information below. Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
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We know that looking for a job can be stressful and challenging in normal times, (let alone during Covid-19!). If you are new to the job market and are interested in an entry-level administrative role in a LAW FIRM, the GOOD NEWS is that our clients do have openings!
Most law firms have stayed extremely busy throughout 2020 and into 2021; they now have openings for receptionists, office administration team positions, and other essential office positions. The daily duties vary, depending on the position.
Our clients are looking for people to hire who:
Have strong English skills (both written and oral)
Take instructions well and are interested in learning;
Beginner Job duties can include stocking supplies, handling incoming and outgoing deliveries, answering phones and relaying or forwarding messages, updating contact lists, filing paper and digital documents, as well as handling bank deposits or deliveries. Some positions also involve scanning and preparing correspondence as well as documentation. Some duties might also involve some recycling and light kitchen duties.
Are you up for working in a professional environment such as a law firm? If the answer is “yes”, send us your resume as soon as you can and we will call you or meet with you to help you find a great employer! No charge to candidates; our clients (your new employer) pay us for our services!
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Overview
Our client is one of Western Canada’s largest full-service law firms with an office location conveniently located in downtown Vancouver. They are seeking a senior corporate paralegal to work in estate law on a 14-month temporary contract with the possibility to extend to permanent full-time. This role requires an individual who is organized, effective at multi-tasking and detail oriented, with strong communication and people skills.
Responsibilities
Depending on experience and knowledge, the core responsibilities of the role will be, but not limited to:
Assisting with complex estate transactions from start to finish
Drafting various legal documents as they relate to estate law
Handling wills
Organizing client files and reviewing outstanding matters
Working with both internal and external parties involved on a file
Other administrative duties as required
What you bring to the table
3-5 years’ experience as a Paralegal in a busy estate practice
Proficiency with MS Word and Outlook
High attention to detail
Ability to learn quickly and work in a mentor/mentee environment
Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently
Compensation
The typical salary range for this position is $85,00 – $95,000 . The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related skills/knowledge, experience, and internal and market equity. Also included is a comprehensive benefits package.
The role requires the successful applicant to work 5 days a week, Monday-Friday (35 hours a week; 7 hours a day with 1-hour unpaid lunch)
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A Vancouver-based law firm is seeking a litigator with 3-6 years of experience in general litigation. The ideal candidate will independently manage litigation files and communicate with clients and opposing counsel. Experience in maritime law or insurance defence is an asset. This role offers significant hands-on litigation experience in a supportive and collegial environment with competitive compensation. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Are you a motivated self-starter with a passion for client service and looking for a new challenge? Take your career to new heights at one of Vancouver’s premier law firms!
We are an employment agency located in downtown Vancouver that focuses primarily on servicing the BC legal industry and have several clients throughout the Lower Mainland currently in need of Receptionists to field and forward telephone calls, greet clients, and provide administrative assistance throughout the firm.
While individual clients may be seeking particular skills and attributes, most of our clients are seeking someone with exceptional interpersonal, communication, and multitasking abilities. Demonstrated experience in client service and a can-do attitude is a definite must for all of our law firm reception positions. It is also essential that the successful candidate be incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and consistently and exceedingly professional in order to act as the “face” and first point of contact of the firm. Individuals with previous law office experience, familiarity with legal accounting programs, and a strong grasp of Microsoft Office applications will be given preference in the recruitment process.
We also have a few other entry-level law firm positions listed with us, so if you are seeking an opportunity to get your foot in the door into the legal industry, please feel free to send us your resume too! Our clients are looking to hire soon, so apply immediately and let us help you find the right firm for you!
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Our client is a long-established mid-size law firm located in downtown Vancouver.
Qualifications and Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to that of a conveyancer with 2 – 5+ years of experience in and knowledge of:
Land development – including Phased Developments, Strata Developments and bare land Strata Developments;
Stratifications;
Subdivisions;
Drafting and registering restrictive covenants, easements, statutory right of ways and related documents;
Review Plans;
Title Reviews;
And, have some knowledge of the
Real Estate Development Marketing Act
.
Qualifications:
Completion of a Paralegal program is an asset;
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills;
A strong work ethic and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;
Ability to work independently and within a team environment;
Have knowledge of the
Land Owners Transparency Act
, (LOTA);
Have knowledge of the
Land Owners Transparency Registry
(LOTR); and
Knowledge of ALF corporate database would be an asset.
Our client would be very interested in discussing this position with experienced candidates and the position is open to both Vancouver or Okanagan area professionals.
Competitive salary & benefits, a friendly work atmosphere, and interesting work. We look forward to receiving your resume if this sounds like what you are looking for!
Salary Range for this position is from $65.000.00/annum – $80,000.00/annum, depending on education and experience.
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The Legal Freelance Centre has multiple opportunities for Residential and Commercial Conveyancers – take your pick! Are you someone that enjoys a boutique firm where you may wear multiple hats or do you prefer to be a part of a large firm where you can be the “master of your domain”? If you have at least 5 years of experience in conveyancing and have extensive expertise in working files from start to finish, firms are looking for you!
Our clients are in need of dedicated team members who are proficient with conveyancing software and are able to self-manage and take initiative. Conveyancing experience in British Columbia is a must!
At The Legal Freelance Centre, we want to match you with your dream job, whether you wish to freelance or are in search of a long-term position. Submit your resume in complete confidence with cover letter at jobs.lfc@telus.net to hear more about our exciting opportunities in the legal field.
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