Legal Assistant/Paralegal Personal Injury

Location: Downtown Dartmouth, BOYNECLARKE LLP

Are you ready to make your mark at a law firm that values your professional growth and personal well-being? At BOYNECLARKE LLP, we are more than a legal practice; were a community committed to success, balance, and wellness.

Why Join BOYNECLARKE LLP?

• Growth & Learning:We foster a culture of continuous learning and offer resources for professional development.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy flexible scheduling and generous paid time off to support your career personal needs.
• Wellness-Focus:Access wellness programs, including fitness classes, wellness subsidies, and free 24/7 virtual healthcare.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Choose from employer-paid and cost-shared options, and enjoy our RRSP matching program.
• Community Impact:Make a difference through firm-sponsored volunteer time and monthly employee-selected charitable giving.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting client intake, opening files, and keeping files up-to-date and organized.
• Scheduling client meetings, managing lawyers calendar, and coordinating all related documentation and logistics.
• Drafting and preparing pleadings, litigation disclosure, and other court documents.
• Managing all incoming and outgoing communications, including mail, faxes, and basic inquiries from clients, lawyers, adjusters, etc.
• Transcribing dictations, preparing and filing court documents, correspondence, and other legal paperwork.
• Requesting, organizing, and managing necessary documentation, such as discovery, undertakings, medical records, etc.
• Reviewing, analyzing, and flagging relevant information in file documents for lawyer review.
• Assisting lawyer with contacting and interviewing witnesses.
• Monitoring and tracking all civil procedure deadlines.
• Updating clients on case status, handling billing and invoicing.
• Processing file settlements and closing files.
• Assisting other Personal Injury team members as needed.

What You Bring

• Experience: Graduate of a Legal Assistant/Paralegal diploma program with 1-3 years of experience, or equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge of personal injury and/or insurance law, and court procedures a strong asset.
• Skills: Excellent proofreading, time management, organizational, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Mindset: Critical thinker, problem solver, self-motivated, detail oriented, and a team player with a positive attitude excited to contribute to a collaborative culture.
• Tech Proficiency: Adept at using technology such as Outlook and the full Microsoft Office suite, with a talent for learning new computer programs quickly.

Ready to Grow with Us?
If youre looking for more than just a job and are ready to thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, apply today! Were accepting applications until April 28, 2025.

At BOYNECLARKE LLP, we are dedicated to our communities, clients, and our teams. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion allows everyone to bring their full potential and creates a welcoming and positive environment for everyone. We are committed to continuously learning, growing, and being representative of the communities in which we serve. We encourage applications from individuals of the Global Majority, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, women, and people with disabilities to apply.

If you require accommodation(s) in order to participate in the recruitment process with us, please reach out through [email protected] or 902-469-9500.