Legal Assistant / Paralegal – Family Law (Hybrid)

Legal Assistant / Paralegal – Family Law

Location: Vancouver, BC

Salary: $50,000–$85,000+ (commensurate with experience)

Schedule: Full-Time | Hybrid (following onboarding)

Our client, a well-established and growing Vancouver law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join its busy Family Law practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional who enjoys a blend of administrative and substantive legal work while supporting a collaborative, client-focused team.

The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional client service in a fast-paced practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, format, and proofread legal correspondence, court documents, pleadings, financial statements, and other family law documentation.
• Manage lawyer calendars, schedule client meetings, court appearances, mediations, and examinations.
• File documents with the BC Supreme Court and Provincial Court using applicable filing procedures.
• Maintain electronic and physical client files, including opening, organizing, and closing files.
• Track limitation dates, court deadlines, and other critical file milestones.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court registries, and third parties.
• Assist with document collection, organization, and disclosure.
• Prepare billing, time entries, and other administrative tasks as required.
• Provide general legal and administrative support to lawyers and the broader team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or in a hybrid legal support role.
• Previous family law experience is considered a strong asset.
• Solid understanding of BC Supreme Court and Provincial Court procedures and filing requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits.
• Paid vacation and additional wellness days.
• RRSP matching program.
• Wellness allowance.
• Annual bonus opportunity.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Hybrid work arrangement following onboarding and training.
• Supportive, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment with regular firm social events.

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