Litigation Paralegal

Kibbi; Halifax; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Pension plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Cox & Palmer in Halifax is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal/legal assistant for an in-person, full-time, permanent role. You will draft pleadings, support document production, and manage disclosure and organization.

The ideal candidate has at least five years' experience, proficiency with litigation support software such as Discovery Local or CasePoint, and excellent attention to detail. Strong organizational and communication skills, plus the ability to work independently, are

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a litigation paralegal/legal assistant.
• Experience with litigation support software (Discovery Local or CasePoint) is an asset.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong data entry skills.
• Knowledge of the Nova Scotia Civil Procedure Rules is an asset.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings for litigation files.
• Manage document production and disclosure using litigation support software.
• Data entry to objectively code documents.
• Prepare Affidavits for Disclosures, including review and redact for privilege and relevance.
• Compile Books of Evidence/Exhibits.
• Import documents from opposing counsel.
• Prepare legal chronologies.
• Record all billable and non-billable functions daily.
• Perform general office and clerical duties.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent worker

Organizational skills

Education

Paralegal program completion

Tools

Discovery Local

CasePoint

Job description

Job Details

In-person

Full-time

Permanent

Halifax, NS

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Pension plan
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft pleadings,
• Utilize Litigation Support Software to manage document production, disclosureand organization, including the following tasks:
• data entry to objectively code documents
• preparation of Affidavits Disclosing Documents (including review and redactfor privilege and relevance);
• compile Books of Evidence/Exhibits;
• document production;
• import documents received from opposing counsel;
• prepare legal chronologies;
• Record all billable and non-billable functions on a daily basis;
• Utilize computer technology in an efficient and productive manner;
• General office and clerical duties, including billable and non-billablefunctions;
• Other duties as required.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a litigation paralegal/legal assistant, withpreference given to those who have completed a recognized paralegal programor equivalent;
• Previous experience using litigation support software (ie: Discovery Local orCasePoint) is an asset;
• Excellent technical skills and exceptional attention to detail;
• Accurate and efficient data entry and keyboarding skills;
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meettight deadlines;
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with ademonstrated ability to provide superior customer service;
• Knowledge of the Nova Scotia Civil Procedure Rules is an asset;
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Compensation and Benefits Package

• A generous paid vacation allowance;
• Three flex days per year;
• Paid sick days;
• Firm paid Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plans;
• Group Pension Plan with employer matching contributions;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• An annual Health and Fitness Allowance.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We understand the value that an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplacebrings to our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.

We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as women,visible minorities, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, members of the2SLGBTQIA+ community/people with diverse gender identities and sexualorientations.

Applicants from these equity-priority groups may self-identify in theirapplication.

In the course of the hiring process, candidates are entitled to seek necessaryaccommodations. We urge candidates who are invited for an interview and needspecific accommodations to engage in a conversation with our recruitment team toexplore how we can best support them during this process.

Additional Information

This position will remain posted until successfully filled.

Company Website: http://www.coxandpalmerlaw.com

About Cox & Palmer: We hire self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic,integrity and