Our client is looking for a Paralegal who has at least 2 years of experience in personal injury law, acting on behalf of the Plaintiff.

We are looking for someone seeking a new opportunity in a small, fast-paced firm, located outside of the downtown core.

The firm offers competitive salaries and full benefits. Parking is included. If you want to work with a great group of people who value a strong work culture this is the position for you!

Knowledge/Experience   

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and Outlook);    
• Excellent at file management, proofreading and scheduling appointments;    
• Strong attention to detail;    
• Ability to work independently and to multi-task and prioritize;    
• The individual we are looking for should be very well organized and accustom to and excel at working in a fast-paced environment;  
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to work under pressure with a busy practice;    
• The ideal candidate must speak, read and write English fluently.    

Legal Specific   

• Graduated with a legal assistant diploma at an accredited school;   
• At least 2 years of Personal Injury (Plaintiff) experience;   
• You should be able to work independently with a high volume of files;  
• Be comfortable independently drafting pleadings such as Statements of Claim;   writing correspondence;  requesting and following up on medical records;   complete undertakings with little instruction; and independently prepare and follow up with requests for productions;   
• Familiar with reminder or limitation systems for deadline dates;   
• Experience performing Court searches, scheduling various applications, questionings and court dates;   
• Familiar coordinating independent medical examinations and retention of experts;  
• Liaise between counsel, external parties, and insurance companies;  
• Understand basic accounting principles and are familiar with legal accounting software such as Aderant, PCLaw or EsiLaw.  

Only qualified paralegals will be contacted.