Description
Paralegal – Family Law
Fulton is a well-established, dynamic law firm based in Kamloops, BC. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career with a Firm that values its people, then we invite you to consider joining Fulton. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, integrity, and client-focused approach.
To support our growing operations, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Paralegal to join our Family Law department. The ideal candidate will display professionalism, empathy, initiative, and attention to detail.
This role involves preparing and processing legal documents which includes independent drafting. This role requires a proactive individual who can handle complex tasks, collaborate effectively with internal and external parties, and prioritize client relations. If you are detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to excellence, we invite you to join our team.
Responsibilities
- Supporting a team of lawyers practicing Family law
- Responsible for progression of file
- Draft, review, and finalize Separation Agreements, Adoption Documents, Cohabitation Agreements and Divorce Documents based on mediated outcomes
- Draft court documents
- Legal research
- Liaise with clients to gather necessary information and ensure all documents are accurate and complete
- Stay up to date with changes to family law and court procedures relevant to separation and divorce
- Manage document filing and assist clients in navigating the filing process, both online and in court.
- Maintaining a diary and BF system
- Liaise with legal assistants, paralegals, and lawyers as required
- General administrative duties as required.
Qualifications
- 3+ years’ experience as a Family Law Paralegal
- Paralegal certification from an accredited post-secondary institution, or equivalent education and experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and flexibility to learn internal computer systems and processes
- Knowledge and understanding of the Provincial Court Family Rules, Supreme Court Family Rules, Family Law Act, Divorce Act and court procedures and filing deadlines
- Ability to maintain strong working relationships by working collaboratively in a team setting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Empathy and discretion when dealing with sensitive client matters
Why Join Us?
- You would be joining a highly successful team of supportive individuals working towards a common goal of providing exceptional client service.
- Our team is fully equipped with the support needed to succeed. Paralegals benefit from the assistance of experienced legal assistants and administrative service assistants.
- Competitive compensation: The salary range for this role is $55,000 - $90,000 per annum. Within this range, individual pay is determined by market rates, job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.
- Benefits Package: benefits package which includes a Health and Dental plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telus Health, as well as an RRSP Program after one year of employment with the firm.
- Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks and 10 sick days per year.
- Fun and collaborative work environment: annual year-end party, summer social, staff appreciation day, and many other events.
- Diversity and Inclusion: We value diversity and being a welcoming workplace where people feel comfortable being themselves, and where they have equal opportunity to fulfill their potential.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Hours of Work
This position is Monday to Friday starting at 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. This is a 7-hour paid day, 35-hour work week.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position, to Kait Methot [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.