Paralegal – Family Law Education & Advocacy Program

Ywca Bc; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical benefits

Dental benefits

15 vacation days

Job summary

YWCA BC is seeking a Paralegal for the Legal Education Program in Vancouver. The role supports program lawyers with case management and creates educational materials on family law issues related to intimate partner violence.

Responsibilities include client and file management, legal drafting, research, court prep, and producing education/advocacy materials. Paralegal diploma and feminist, trauma-informed approach preferred.

Qualifications

• Paralegal diploma required or closely related experience.

Responsibilities

• Client and File management – assist program lawyers in scheduling and managing caseload and communicate with clients and parties.
• Legal Writing and Drafting – assist in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Research – conduct legal research and draft memos.
• Court and Trial Preparation – prepare trial binders and prep clients and witnesses for court appearances.
• Create education and advocacy materials and assist workshops on family law and intimate partner violence.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Paralegal diploma

Tools

Clio

Divorcemate

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Zoom

Relias

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

YWCA BC is seeking a Paralegal for the Legal Education Program in Vancouver. The role supports program lawyers with case management and creates educational materials on family law issues related to intimate partner violence.

Responsibilities include client and file management, legal drafting, research, court prep, and producing education/advocacy materials. Paralegal diploma and feminist, trauma-informed approach preferred.