Family LAA

Are you tired of having a long commute? Do you live in the Fraser Valley and want to work for a law firm closer to home to have more work/life balance?

For over 40 years, CBM Lawyers has been a strong member of the Fraser Valley community. We serve as both a legal services provider and an engaged community partner. We are as dedicated to serving our client base as we are to providing charitable support and in-person contributions to business, educational, health and grassroots programs where we live and work, here in the Fraser Valley.

At CBM Lawyers we foster a culture of collaboration and respect. We believe that a positive work environment is essential to our success. Our team is committed to helping one another thrive. Together, we create a collegial, inspiring, and supportive environment where everyone can succeed. For more on us, visit our website at cbmlawyers.com

We are currently seeking an experienced Family LAA to join our growing Family department.

About the Role

• Opening, organizing, and closing files
• Initial file review and assessment
• Managing and overseeing files from start to finish
• Managing the document discovery process
• Reviewing, summarizing, and organizing documents
• Preparing legal documents and agreements for the Supreme and Provincial Courts
• Drafting correspondence for clients, counsel, and other third parties
• Drafting settlement documentation
• Conduct title searches, file and register liens on properties
• Maintaining firm systems pertaining to the practice area including calendars, integrated legal software Amicus, DivorceMate, and client files
• Conducting BC Online searches
• Organizing and preparing for meetings, mediations, hearings, applications, trials, etc.
• Setting appointments, discoveries, court time, etc.
• Phoning opposing counsel re: dates for various applications, trials, discoveries, etc.
• Maintaining a BF and limitation system
• Preparing trial books and books of documents
• Updating rules of court binders
• Frequent communication with opposing counsel and clients
• Other administrative tasks as needed

About you:

• A LAA Certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in general litigation work in Family Law
• Proficient with MS Word and Outlook
• Solid understanding of Supreme and Provincial Court Family Rules
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to exercise good judgement, professionalism, and to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

What we offer and why it is great to work on our team:

CBM Lawyers offer a competitive hourly salary ranging from $21.97 to $36.26 dependent on experience and skillset. We also offer a variety of benefits including:

• Health and Dental plan, Long-term disability, AD& D, Life insurance and Critical illness insurance.
• RRSP Program after 3 months, where we will match up to 1.5% of your salary.
• Paid Time Off: vacation time starting at 3 weeks and sick time.
• Work/life balance.
• Fun environment: annual summer and holiday parties, administrative professionals’ day, quarterly socials and many other fun activities that support a collegial work environment.

If you are looking to join a law firm with solid roots and growth potential where employees feel valued while maintaining your work/life balance please submit resumes to nwilliams@cbmlawyers.com We would like to thank all applicants in advance, however, only successful candidates will be contacted.