Our Calgary office is looking for a paralegal in our Litigation Support Services Department. Reporting directly to the Litigation Support Services Manager, this is a role where you will work with a variety of practice groups within the firm. You will understand the importance of confidentiality in a professional setting and have exceptional attention to detail. We place great value in a candidate’s ability to recognize the importance of team work to participate in facilitating a culture of collaboration.
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Manage and organize electronic evidence, including importing and exporting records to and from the litigation support platform
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Experience with Casepoint or a similar eDiscovery platform is an asset
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Prepare Affidavits of Records including review for relevance and privilege
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Review and unitization of client records
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Review of transcripts, organize and track undertakings
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Attendance at questionings and hearings to assist with displaying electronic materials as referred to
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Assist with the preparation of briefs and compiling supporting documentation and caselaw
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Prepare and assist with compiling and tracking expert packages
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Preparation of Medical and Income Chronologies
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Preparation of Statements of Defence, Bill of Costs, Applications, Affidavits, and other court documents
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Communicate regularly with lawyers, paralegals, and legal assistants in a professional manner
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Participate in a collaborative team environment
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Track and record time with billing targets, and
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Other tasks as assigned.
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The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5-8 years of litigation experience
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Experience working in Insurance Litigation is an asset
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Advanced computer and technical skills
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Working knowledge of litigation document management software
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Advanced knowledge of litigation process at all levels of court
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A high level of skill in both verbal and written communication
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Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills, , and
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Ability to work to deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy while working under pressure.
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Hybrid work environment
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Normal weekday office hours (35)
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Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
Qualified applicants can submit their resume to: [email protected]
