Senior Paralegal, Litigation Services - Calgary

Our Calgary office is looking for a Senior Paralegal to join our Litigation Support Services Department. Reporting directly to the Litigation Support Services Manager, this is a role where you will work with a variety of practice groups within the firm. You will understand the importance of confidentiality in a professional setting and have exceptional attention to detail. We place great value in a candidate's ability to recognize the importance of team work to participate in facilitating a culture of collaboration.

Duties + Responsibilities

• Manage and organize electronic evidence in eDiscovery software.
• Prepare Affidavits of Records including review for privilege and relevance
• Review and unitization of client records.
• Review of transcripts to organize and track undertakings.
• Attendance at questionings and hearings to assist with displaying electronic materials as referred to.
• Assist with the preparation of briefs and compiling supporting documentation and caselaw.
• Prepare and assist with compiling and tracking expert packages.
• Preparation of Pleadings, Bill of Costs, Applications, Affidavits, and other court documents
• Preparation of Court of Appeal materials.
• Communicate regularly with lawyers, paralegals, and legal assistants in a professional manner.
• Participate in a collaborative team environment.
• Track and record time with billing targets.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications + Skills

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Insurance defence experience
• Working knowledge of eDiscovery software is an asset.
• Advanced computer and technical skills.
• Advanced knowledge of the litigation process at all levels of court.
• A high level of skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy while working under pressure.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work environment.
• Normal weekday office hours (35).
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.

Qualified applicants can submit their resume to: careers@fieldlaw.com