Job opportunity
Experienced Family and Estate Litigation Legal Assistant
Darnell Law Group
Darnell Law Group is a growing law firm located in Surrey, B.C. and we are seeking an experienced Family & Estate Litigation Legal Assistant to add to our team.
We know that great legal assistants are at the heart of a successful litigation practice. Your organization, judgment, attention to detail, and ability to stay one step ahead make a real difference, and we believe those contributions should be recognized.
If you are looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, be trusted to use your experience, and work alongside a supportive and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Enjoy Working With Us
We want our team members to build rewarding careers while still having time for life outside the office.
You can expect:
Competitive compensation
based on your experience and qualifications
Generous vacation entitlement
so you have meaningful time to recharge
Comprehensive benefits
to support your health and well-being
Workplace flexibility
that supports a healthy work-life balance
A supportive and approachable team
where collaboration and respect matter
Autonomy and trust
to manage your work and use your experience
Interesting and meaningful files
across our litigation practice
A growing firm environment
where your ideas, initiative, and contributions are valued
What You’ll Do
As an important member of our Litigation team, you will work closely with our lawyers while independently managing the day-to-day requirements of a busy litigation practice.
Your responsibilities will include:
Document Preparation & Filing:
Prepare, edit, finalize, and file court documents, pleadings, Financial Statements, Lists of Documents, correspondence, and family law agreements
Court & Trial Preparation:
Prepare and organize materials for applications, hearings, mediations, discoveries, and trials in both Provincial Court and Supreme Court
Client & Counsel Communication:
Communicate professionally and confidently with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court registries
File Management:
Open, maintain, organize, and close files efficiently and accurately
Deadline Management:
Track limitation periods, court deadlines, filing requirements, and follow-up dates
Calendar & B/F Management:
Maintain lawyer calendars, appointments, court dates, and bring-forward systems
Practice Support:
Anticipate what is needed, keep files moving forward, and help ensure our lawyers and clients are well supported
What You Bring
We are looking for someone who is experienced, organized, dependable, and comfortable taking initiative.
Ideally, you have:
At least three years of litigation experience , preferably with experience in family and/or estate litigation
Completion of a recognized
Legal Assistant or Paralegal program
Strong knowledge of
BC litigation procedures and Rules of Court
Experience preparing and filing court materials
Excellent written communication, grammar, proofreading, and editing skills
Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
The ability to manage competing deadlines and prioritize effectively
Confidence working independently while also enjoying being part of a team
A proactive approach and the ability to anticipate next steps
Proficiency with
Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with
Clio
is an asset
A Great Fit for the Right Person
You may be especially happy here if you are someone who takes pride in doing excellent work, likes having ownership over your files, and appreciates being part of a team where people support one another.
W
e are looking for someone who wants more than simply their next job. We hope to find someone who wants to become a valued, long-term member of our firm.
If you are an experienced litigation legal assistant looking for a supportive firm where your skills, judgment, and contribution will be genuinely valued, we would be pleased to hear from you.
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Apply on source site We know that great legal assistants are at the heart of a successful litigation practice. Your organization, judgment, attention to detail, and ability to stay one step ahead make a real difference, and we believe those contributions should be recognized.
If you are looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, be trusted to use your experience, and work alongside a supportive and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Enjoy Working With Us
We want our team members to build rewarding careers while still having time for life outside the office.
You can expect:
Competitive compensation
based on your experience and qualifications
Generous vacation entitlement
so you have meaningful time to recharge
Comprehensive benefits
to support your health and well-being
Workplace flexibility
that supports a healthy work-life balance
A supportive and approachable team
where collaboration and respect matter
Autonomy and trust
to manage your work and use your experience
Interesting and meaningful files
across our litigation practice
A growing firm environment
where your ideas, initiative, and contributions are valued
What You’ll Do
As an important member of our Litigation team, you will work closely with our lawyers while independently managing the day-to-day requirements of a busy litigation practice.
Your responsibilities will include:
Document Preparation & Filing:
Prepare, edit, finalize, and file court documents, pleadings, Financial Statements, Lists of Documents, correspondence, and family law agreements
Court & Trial Preparation:
Prepare and organize materials for applications, hearings, mediations, discoveries, and trials in both Provincial Court and Supreme Court
Client & Counsel Communication:
Communicate professionally and confidently with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court registries
File Management:
Open, maintain, organize, and close files efficiently and accurately
Deadline Management:
Track limitation periods, court deadlines, filing requirements, and follow-up dates
Calendar & B/F Management:
Maintain lawyer calendars, appointments, court dates, and bring-forward systems
Practice Support:
Anticipate what is needed, keep files moving forward, and help ensure our lawyers and clients are well supported
What You Bring
We are looking for someone who is experienced, organized, dependable, and comfortable taking initiative.
Ideally, you have:
At least three years of litigation experience , preferably with experience in family and/or estate litigation
Completion of a recognized
Legal Assistant or Paralegal program
Strong knowledge of
BC litigation procedures and Rules of Court
Experience preparing and filing court materials
Excellent written communication, grammar, proofreading, and editing skills
Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
The ability to manage competing deadlines and prioritize effectively
Confidence working independently while also enjoying being part of a team
A proactive approach and the ability to anticipate next steps
Proficiency with
Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience with
Clio
is an asset
A Great Fit for the Right Person
You may be especially happy here if you are someone who takes pride in doing excellent work, likes having ownership over your files, and appreciates being part of a team where people support one another.
W
e are looking for someone who wants more than simply their next job. We hope to find someone who wants to become a valued, long-term member of our firm.
If you are an experienced litigation legal assistant looking for a supportive firm where your skills, judgment, and contribution will be genuinely valued, we would be pleased to hear from you.
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