Senior Litigation Paralegal

DLA Piper LLP; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Disability coverage

Pension plan

Time off

Hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Calgary seeks a seasoned Litigation Paralegal to support court proceedings, discovery, and case management in the Litigation department. You will liaise with lawyers, assistants, clients, and experts while maintaining large files and ensuring compliance with Alberta Rules.

This role offers a hybrid work environment, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development within a leading global law firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Litigation Paralegal/Law Clerk positions.
• Graduate of an accredited Litigation Paralegal/Law Clerk program is considered an asset.
• Functional expertise in document management software including Summation, Eclipse and FileSite or iManage; advanced PC skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Advanced expertise in Relativity eDiscovery software required.
• Strong organizational and document/file management skills; ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation for and conduct of court proceedings, including briefing of documents, database operation, management of undertakings, transcripts, witness preparation and other trial support functions;

Skills

Legal research

Multitasking

Communication

Team player

Client liaison

Education

Accredited Litigation Paralegal program

Tools

Summation

Eclipse

FileSite

iManage

Relativity eDiscovery

Job description

DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, positioning us to help companies with their legal needs around the world. Our mission is to be the leading global business law firm. DLA Piper (Canada) LLP is one of Canada’s leading law firms with a team of innovative, proactive and dedicated lawyers, administrative and support staff who serve our clients in Canada and around the world. We have been rated one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People since 2022.

If you are talented in providing unprecedented service, are enthusiastic and a team player, we are looking for you. We are currently looking for a Litigation Paralegalto join our Litigation department and invite you to review the job description.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assisting with the preparation for and conduct of court proceedings, including briefing of documents, database operation, management of undertakings, transcripts, witness preparation and other applicable trial support functions;
• Independently maintaining and managing both large and smaller files;
• Discovery preparation and support;
• Meetings as required;
• Ability to communicate with and engage expert witnesses;
• Conduct searches, carry out investigations and research through Internet and other means;
• Obtain and index cases from QuickLaw and other sources;
• Liaise with legal assistants, other law clerks and lawyers as required;
• Liaise with clients on file progress as required; and
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in aLitigation Paralegal/Law Clerkposition;
• Graduate of an accreditedLitigation Paralegal/Law Clerkprogram is considered an asset;
• Functional expertise in the use of document management software, including Summation, Eclipse and FileSite or iManage and advanced PC Skills with Microsoft Office Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Windows (Word, Excel, etc.);
• Advanced expertise in Relativity eDiscovery software required;
• Strong organizational and document/file management skills and ability to multi-task;
• Understanding of the Alberta Rules of Court and other applicable rules and legislation;
• Dedicated to providing quality service to clients and consistently meeting expectations by providing service beyond expectation;
• Excellent team player with strong communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen effectively, respond appropriately, and maintain a mutual comfort level while relating to a diverse group of individuals;
• Strong ability to manage multiple internal clients and remain productive within a time-sensitive and fast-paced environment; and
• Ability to take initiative and work independently. multitask, establish priorities and proceed with objectives under minimal supervision and have the ability to visualize and deliver creative solutions.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health benefitsstarting on your first day, including extended health and dental coverage, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and emergency out-of-country travel insurance – with 100% of the premiums paid by the firm;
• Disability Coverageincluding both short and long-term disability benefits;
• Retirement savings benefits including a support staff pension plan (firm contributes to the plan and matches staff contributions to a maximum percentage of salary), and a Group RRSP where contributions can be deducted directly from pay;
• Time offincluding competitive vacation time offering based on tenure with the firm, paid sick time and acknowledgment of all statutory and some non-statutory holidays;
• Wellness benefitsincluding an Employee and Family Assistance Plan and an annual fitness/wellness subsidy;
• Hybrid Work Environmentwith the majority of positions having hybrid flexibility;
• Professional Development including support for ongoing continued learning opportunities; and
• Collaborative Team environment with staff and firm-wide events and celebrations throughout the year.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DLA Piper Canada encourages all Applicants with disabilities to contact DLA Piper Canada if they require accommodation during the recruitment process. DLA Piper Canada will consult with the Applicant and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the Applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.