Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Insolvency

at  Hunter West Legal Recruitment

A full-service law firm with offices in Vancouver seeks an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal with knowledge of insolvency, foreclosures, and litigation law. As the ideal candidate for this role, you work well independently and are comfortable handling a wide range of legal assistant and paralegal duties in support of estate litigation and insolvency/foreclosure files.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Legal Assistant and/or Paralegal certificate with minimum of 5-7 years of experience in foreclosures, estate litigation, insolvency
• Exemplary multi-tasking skills; ability to anticipate needs and take initiative
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Superlative communication skills (verbal and written)
• Diplomatic and tactful, with excellent professional judgment
• Highly organized and able to follow direction
• Able to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information
• Computer proficient (e.g. MS Office 265, File Site, iManage, Elite)
  The firm offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth and development. They provide a comprehensive compensation package including extended health and dental benefits, retirement program, and various perks and subsidies. The anticipated base salary for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on individual experience.
  For more information or to be considered for this opportunity, please apply today or contact your Hunter West consultant.
  We appreciate all interest but note that we are only able to respond to those who are selected for interview. Please also note that all applicants must be eligible to work in Canada, and that offers of employment may be subject to background checks.
  We encourage you to visit us frequently at www.hunterwest.ca as our list of opportunities is updated regularly.
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• Draft pleadings, demand letters, affidavits, notices of applications for conduct and approval of sale, and S92 applications
• Prepare Certificates of Pending Litigation for filing with LTO, and attend to filing court documents
• Prepare correspondence and ancillary documents
• Trial preparation, when necessary
• Other duties as required