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Litigation Paralegal (civil)
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Parking: Provided or reimbursed
Aplin is proud to partner with our long-standing client in their search for a skilled Litigation Paralegal. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with one partner, providing a blend of legal assistant and paralegal support. You’ll be joining a small, close-knit team that values collaboration, professionalism, and a supportive work environment.
About the Role:
This position is ideal for someone with solid civil litigation experience who enjoys managing complex, challenging files with autonomy. The work is detailed and intense, often requiring long-term commitment. You’ll be an integral part of the team, valued for your collaborative spirit, professionalism, and maturity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a diverse range of files, primarily Civil Litigation, with occasional support on Commercial, Real Estate, Indigenous Law, and limited Criminal matters.
- Prepare, draft, and manage court documents, correspondence, and key deadlines.
- Organize and maintain client files efficiently and accurately.
- Communicate confidently with clients, courts, and other parties, representing the office professionally.
- Provide dependable support to ensure smooth daily operations.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experienced Legal Assistant or Paralegal with strong litigation background.
- Mature, responsible professional seeking a long-term role in a stable, collaborative environment.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and manage multiple files concurrently.
- Friendly, approachable team player with excellent organizational skills and a professional attitude.
- Fully in-office commitment is required; remote work is not available.
Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here:
- Competitive salary with three weeks of vacation to start, increasing to four weeks.
- Office closed for one week at Christmas.
- Benefits including medical/dental coverage and RRSP option.
- Parking provided or reimbursed.
- Standard work hours with minimal overtime: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (about 37.5 hours per week).
- A warm, family-like culture where your contributions are genuinely valued and trusted.
At Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.
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Responsibilities
Manage primarily civil litigation files, with occasional support for commercial, real estate, Indigenous law, and limited criminal matters. Draft and manage court documents and correspondence, track deadlines, maintain client files, and communicate professionally with clients, courts, and other parties.
Requirements
Candidates should have substantial experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, with a strong civil litigation background. The role requires a mature, responsible, organized team player who can work independently, prioritize effectively, manage multiple files, and commit to working fully in-office.
Skills
- Civil Litigation
- Legal Document Drafting
- Court Document Management
- Deadline Management
- Client File Organization
- Client Communication
- Court Communication
- File Management
- Prioritization
- Multitasking
- Independent Work
- Organization
- Professionalism
- Collaboration
Benefits
- Three Weeks of Vacation, Increasing to Four Weeks
- Office Closure for One Week at Christmas
- Medical and Dental Coverage
- RRSP Option
- Parking Provided or Reimbursed
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Categories
- Legal
- Administrative
Keywords
- Civil Litigation
- Commercial Law
- Real Estate Law
- Indigenous Law
- Criminal Law
- Legal Assistant
- Paralegal
- Court Documents
- Legal Correspondence
- Deadline Management
- Client Files
- Client Communication
- Court Communication
- File Management
- Full-Time
- In-Office