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- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
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- English
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- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Paralegal

City of Surrey -
Surrey, BC

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Job details

Part-time | Full-time
$96,214–$113,193 a year
11 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Trial preparation
Document preparation
Case file maintenance
Paralegal Studies
Filing
Research
Court form drafting
High school diploma or GED
Analysis skills
Task prioritization
Drafting pleadings
Legal role experience
Legal affidavit drafting
Document management
Communication skills
Adobe Acrobat
Paralegal Certificate

Full job description

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Exempt - Regular Full-Time

Scope

The City of Surrey is seeking a Paralegal to join a professional and collegial team consisting of solicitors, paralegals and legal assistants to perform a wide array of paralegal functions with a focus on litigation matters, including files in the BC Supreme Court, Small Claims Court, Civil Resolution Tribunal, BC Court of Appeal, Supreme Court of Canada, and hearings before City Council.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the City Solicitor in the Legal Services & Risk Management Division, the Paralegal is responsible for the following:

Drafts pleadings, application materials, affidavits, orders, bills of costs, discovery requests and responses, trial preparation documents, and materials for Council hearings
Schedules meetings, trials, discoveries, hearings, etc. and prepares relevant documentation
Reviews, gathers and manages documents to be used in proceedings
Assists in interviews and investigations
Drafts and prepares correspondence with opposing parties and client departments
Prepares and manages the filing and service of court materials
Exercises a high level of confidentiality and tact
Exercises independent judgment when working with precedents
Researches and analyzes a variety of sources such as the applicable rules of court, statues, regulations, court decisions, legal documents and articles for use in preparing materials related to litigation under the supervision of an Assistant City Solicitor
Photocopying and filing
General office duties as required
Other duties as assigned, including handling subpoenas, tax sales, bankruptcy proceedings, etc.

Qualifications

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, supplemented by a paralegal certificate or diploma by an accredited program
Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience in litigation
Membership in the British Columbia Paralegal Association is considered an asset
Thorough understanding of litigation, including knowledge of rules and practices relating to the BC Supreme Court, Small Claims Court, Civil Resolution Tribunal, and BC Court of Appeal.
Experience with other levels of court or administrative tribunals is an asset
Experience with municipal law is an asset
Experience working in a municipal or government environment would be an asset
Experienced in preparing and organizing correspondence and a variety of legal documents ensuring compliance with applicable rules of court
Proven research and legal analysis skills
Strong critical thinking skills, a high level of initiative, and a proactive approach to problem solving
Detail oriented with an excellent ability to multi-task, prioritize, and organize within strict timelines
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to both work collaboratively in a team environment and independently
Organized and meticulous
A high level of proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and various document management systems
Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment to meet deadlines
Eagerness to assist with the needs of the office as they arise

Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1

Salary Information: P1 - $96,214 - $113,193

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until filled.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community

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