Job Overview

Sodagar Nielsen Law Group (SNLAW) is a family law firm located in the heart of downtown Vancouver.

We are looking for an experienced Family Law Paralegal who brings strong technical skills, sound judgment and a proactive approach to managing family law matters. This is an opportunity to take on a senior role, work closely with experienced counsel, and contribute to a collaborative and supportive law firm that values expertise, initiative, and professional growth.

Duties

- Draft correspondence, pleadings, affidavits, financial statements, application materials, and orders.
- Preparation of document disclosure, lists of documents, and the organization and review of financial records.
- Prepare and organize materials for applications, discoveries, mediations, hearings, and trials.
- Coordinate court filings and monitor filing and service deadlines.
- Manage calendars, appointments, and the bring-forward system.
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court registries, and other professionals.
- Manage the monthly billing process, including preparing draft invoices, coordinating lawyer review, making approved revisions, and issuing final invoices.
- Provide support to the bookkeeper as needed.
- All general administrative functions of the practice, including calendar/book appointments, file opening/closing procedures, invoicing, day-to-day bring forwards, and general file management.

Qualifications

- A minimum of 5 years of litigation experience as a paralegal.
- Previous experience in family law preferred.
- Completion of a recognized Paralegal or Legal Administrative Assistant program.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi task.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Proficiency in accounting software; experience with Cosmolex is a plus.
- Proficiency with Excel.
- Cantonese or Mandarin language skills are an asset.

If you are a motivated individual with an interest in family law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- Versatile schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)

Experience:
- paralegal: 3 years (required)

Language:
- any additional languages (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Paralegal - Family Law (Vancouver)
🏢 Sodagar Nielsen Law Group
📍 Vancouver