Estate Paralegal

Lindsay Kenney LLP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Western Canada is looking for a temporary Estate Paralegal for their Vancouver office. This 14-month contract may extend to a permanent role. The ideal candidate will assist with complex estate transactions, draft legal documents, and manage client files. Interested individuals with 3-5 years’ experience as a paralegal and strong attention to detail are encouraged to apply. A competitive salary between $85,000 - $95,000 will be offered based on experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual Health Care Spending Account

RRSP Matching after 1 year

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Generous vacation allotment

Personal days

Fitness and wellness allowances

On-site fitness centers

Supportive culture

Potential for remote arrangements

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Paralegal in a busy estate practice.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Outlook.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent client service skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and work in a mentor/mentee environment.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with complex estate transactions from start to finish.
• Drafting various legal documents as they relate to estate law.
• Handling wills.
• Organizing client files and reviewing outstanding matters.
• Working with both internal and external parties involved on a file.
• Other administrative duties as required.

Skills

3-5 years’ experience as a Paralegal

Proficiency with MS Word and Outlook

High attention to detail

Excellent client service skills

Ability to learn quickly

Ability to work independently

Job description

Estate Paralegal

Who we are: Lindsay Kenney LLP is one of Western Canada’s largest full service law firms with locations conveniently located in downtown Vancouver, and Langley. After 45 years in the business, our success continues to be fueled by the talent, ambition and expertise of our amazing team.

Why it is great to work at LK Law:

• A comprehensive benefits package – LK Law pays for 100% of the benefit premiums
• Annual Health Care Spending Account
• RRSP Matching after 1 year of employment
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Amazing opportunities for personal growth and development
• A generous vacation allotment
• Personal days
• Fitness and wellness allowances
• On-site fitness centers
• A supportive, engaging, tight-knit culture
• Potential remote working arrangements

What you can expect:

We currently have an opening in our Vancouver office for a temporary Estate Paralegal. This is a 14-month temporary contract with the possibility to extend to a permanent full-time role. This role requires an individual who is organized, effective at multi-tasking and detail oriented, with strong communication and people skills. Depending on experience and knowledge, the core responsibilities of the role will be, but not limited to:

• Assisting with complex estate transactions from start to finish
• Drafting various legal documents as they relate to estate law
• Handling wills
• Organizing client files and reviewing outstanding matters
• Working with both internal and external parties involved on a file
• Other administrative duties as required

What you bring to the table:

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Paralegal in a busy estate practice
• Proficiency with MS Word and Outlook
• High attention to detail
• Excellent client service skills
• Ability to learn quickly and work in a mentor/mentee environment
• Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently

Compensation:

The typical salary range for this position is $85,00 - $95,000. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related skills/knowledge, experience, and internal and market equity.

Work Environment:

• This is a full-time position based out of our Vancouver office
• The role requires the successful applicant to work 5 days a week, Monday-Friday (35 hours a week; 7 hours a day with 1-hour unpaid lunch)

Please send your resume with “Estate Paralegal” in the subject line, along with a cover letter stating salary expectations to [e-mail]. We thank all applicants for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.