Description
For over 40 years, CBM Lawyers has been a strong member of the Fraser Valley community. We serve as both a legal services provider and an engaged community partner. We are as dedicated to serving our client base as we are to providing charitable support and in-person contributions to business, educational, health and grassroots programs where we live and work, here in the Fraser Valley.
At CBM Lawyers we foster a culture of collaboration and respect. We believe that a positive work environment is essential to our success. Our team is committed to helping one another thrive. Together, we create a collegial, inspiring, and supportive environment where everyone can succeed. For more on us, visit our website at cbmlawyers.com
We are currently seeking a 0-3 year LAA to join our growing Family department.
About the Role
- Opening, organizing, and closing files
- Initial file review and assessment
- Managing and overseeing files from start to finish
- Managing the document discovery process
- Reviewing, summarizing, and organizing documents
- Preparing legal documents and agreements for the Supreme and Provincial Courts
- Drafting correspondence for clients, counsel, and other third parties
- Drafting settlement documentation
- Conduct title searches, file and register liens on properties
- Maintaining firm systems pertaining to the practice area including calendars, integrated legal software Amicus, DivorceMate, and client files
- Conducting BC Online searches
- Organizing and preparing for meetings, mediations, hearings, applications, trials, etc.
- Setting appointments, discoveries, court time, etc.
- Phoning opposing counsel re: dates for various applications, trials, discoveries, etc.
- Maintaining a BF and limitation system
- Preparing trial books and books of documents
- Updating rules of court binders
- Frequent communication with opposing counsel and clients
- Other administrative tasks as needed
About you:
- A LAA Certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in general litigation work in Family Law
- Proficient with MS Word and Outlook
- Solid understanding of Supreme and Provincial Court Family Rules
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to exercise good judgement, professionalism, and to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
What we offer and why it is great to work on our team:
CBM Lawyers offer a competitive hourly salary dependent on experience and skillset. We also offer a variety of benefits including:
- Health and Dental plan, Long-term disability, AD& D, Life insurance and Critical illness insurance.
- RRSP Program after 3 months, where we will match up to 1.5% of your salary.
- Paid Time Off: vacation time starting at 3 weeks and sick time.
- Work/life balance.
- Health & wellness reimbursement.
- Fun environment: annual summer and holiday parties, administrative professionals’ day, quarterly socials and many other fun activities that support a collegial work environment.