Job Description

Are you an experienced Family Law Paralegal looking for an exciting opportunity with a respected and growing firm? Conrad Dillon Robinson Law is seeking a dedicated professional to support one of Nova Scotia's top Family Law Firms. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

At Conrad Dillon Robinson Law, we recognize and value the expertise that experienced legal professionals bring to the team. We offer a supportive, dynamic, and collaborative work environment where your skills and experience will be appreciated and rewarded.

What You'll Do:

Draft, review, and manage legal documents such as affidavits, applications, agreements, and court filings with a high level of attention to detail. Liaise with clients, court officers, and opposing counsel with professionalism and discretion. Manage scheduling, file organization, and case preparation to ensure smooth legal proceedings. Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedures. Utilize legal software and Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) for efficient case management.

What We're Looking For:

Minimum of five years of experience as a Family Law Paralegal. Comprehensive knowledge of family law procedures and required legal documentation. High level of attention to detail. Strong time management, multitasking, and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a client-focused approach. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite and legal software. A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment.
We are also interviewing candidates that do not have experience within Nova Scotia Family Law but must have a legal back ground to be contacted for an interview.

What We Offer:

We know that skilled paralegals are in high demand, which is why we provide a highly competitive compensation package, including:

Starting salary: $50,000 (commensurate with experience, exceptional experience will be considered in negotiating outside of ranges provided) RRSP matching Paid vacation time Group Health & Dental Plan Life Insurance Annual bonus program Access to training materials and professional development resources to support your continued growth

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - in-office position with the possibility of a work from home schedule.

How to Apply:

Ready to advance your career with Conrad Dillon Robinson Law? Please answer all prescreening questions and send your resume to Emily Colley at emily.colley@cdrlaw.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match
Application question(s):

Can you briefly describe your paralegal experience, particularly in [practice area: family, corporate, litigation, etc.]? How comfortable are you with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)? Are you familiar with local court procedures and filing requirements in Nova Scotia?
Experience:

Paralegal: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person