Who We Are
Boughton Law is a Vancouver-based law firm. We do things differently. We are committed to excellence, integrity, professionalism, community, and continuous development. Our values foster a collaborative and engaging work environment where people are supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow.

If you thrive on meaningful work and share our forward-thinking approach, we would love to hear from you. We offer competitive compensation and benefits (including flex leave time, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, and more) to attract and retain high-quality professionals.

Boughton Law is proud to be an innovative firm that continues to redefine the way we practice law.

Boughton Law is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment process.

Who We Are Looking For
We are currently seeking an experienced Hybrid Paralegal (Litigation) to join our team. This is an important and high-responsibility role supporting a busy, fast-paced practice.

This position is best suited to someone who is confident, proactive, and highly organized, with a strong sense of urgency and follow-through. The successful candidate will be someone who enjoys being relied upon, takes ownership of tasks, and is comfortable working in an environment where solid communication, responsiveness, and attention to detail are essential.

While this role is primarily focused on LAA responsibilities, it will also include paralegal-level tasks depending on the candidate’s skill set and experience. This is not a traditional billing-focused paralegal role,



but rather a hybrid support position for someone who enjoys variety and is capable of handling both administrative and more substantive file-related work.

Job Duties & Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a wide range of legal administrative and litigation support, including:

Preparing correspondence and documents using digital dictation, email instructions, copy typing, and handwritten notes (Word and Outlook)

Liaise with other lawyers and associates on file materials

Drafting standard letters, pleadings, and court documents using precedents

Managing court filing deadlines and coordinating hearing dates

Scheduling trials, discoveries, and related litigation steps, and preparing required documentation

Preparing pleadings, affidavits, lists of documents, and document briefs

Opening files and maintaining electronic and physical filing systems

Maintaining bring-forward systems to ensure timely follow-up and receipt of requested materials

Preparing invoices and posting time (Acumin accounting software)

Performing other related duties as required

Qualifications

Graduate of a Legal Administrative Assistant Program or similar education and experience

Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant in a litigation practice





Strong working knowledge of litigation procedures and court processes

Experience with Provincial Court and Supreme Court matters

Familiarity with the Rules of Court

Experience drafting standard correspondence is an asset

Experience with billing/invoicing processes in a legal environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients, lawyers, and staff

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to adapt quickly to changing assignments and practice areas

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential information

Strong client service orientation

Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What You Can Expect From Us
We offer a supportive and professional environment with a strong team culture. The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $100,000, with final compensation determined based on experience and reflective of the demands and scope of the role.

Comprehensive health benefits for employees and family members

Wellness subsidy

A matching pension program

Flexible work arrangements

An annual education/tuition allowance

Personal leave days for personal appointments and commitments

Employee assistance program

Employee referral bonus program

If you feel you may not meet every requirement listed above, we still encourage you to apply.

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📌 Hybrid Paralegal (Litigation) (British Columbia)
🏢 BC Legal Management Association
📍 British Columbia