Senior Estate Litigation LAA / Paralegal

Senior Estate Litigation LAA / Paralegal

Location: Surrey, BC
Work Arrangement: Full-Time, Fully In-Office
Salary: $74,300–$87,000, depending on experience

Arlyn Recruiting is partnering with an established BC law firm to recruit a Senior Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal with substantial estate litigation experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional who thrives in a busy, fast-paced practice and is confident stepping into a senior-level support role.

The successful candidate will bring strong litigation knowledge, exceptional organization, and the ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision. The practice is high-volume and fast-moving, so the firm is looking for someone who can hit the ground running and provide reliable, proactive support from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence, pleadings, and a variety of litigation documents.
• Draft and prepare Trial Briefs, Case Plan Proposals, Lists of Documents, Application Records, Petition Records, Orders, and Trial Records.
• Assemble exhibits for affidavits and prepare exhibit binders for trial.
• Coordinate appointments, examinations for discovery, mediations, hearings, and trial dates.
• Maintain bring-forward and limitation systems and ensure important deadlines are tracked.
• Manage incoming documents, correspondence, and file-related materials.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with clients and opposing counsel.
• Conduct LTO/document retrieval, CSO, corporate, and assessment searches.
• Prepare accounts and assist with general file administration, including opening, organizing, and closing files.

Qualifications

• Substantial estate litigation experience is strongly preferred.
• Senior-level Legal Administrative Assistant experience or relevant Paralegal experience.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures and BC Supreme Court Rules.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize a demanding workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a busy legal team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Compensation & Work Environment

• Salary range of $74,300–$87,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time, fully in-office position.
• Fast-paced and busy estate litigation practice.
• Open to experienced Senior LAAs and Paralegals with strong estate litigation backgrounds.
• Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development and growth.

About Arlyn Recruiting and How to Apply

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