Litigation Legal Assistant / Paralegal (Southside OR Downtown)

Edmonton, AB
Hybrid
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 4 days per week
Seniority: Not Applicable
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Manage litigation files and support case operations by drafting and preparing correspondence, pleadings, affidavits, court forms, and other legal documents. Maintain calendars and deadlines, conduct research and registry searches, file documents with courts and registries, and handle billing, trust requests, and administrative tasks.

Job details

Aplin is proud to partner with our client to hire two Litigation Legal Assistants / Paralegals for their downtown and southside offices. Overview: In this role, you will manage a variety of legal files with precision and professionalism, ensuring smooth operations from start to finish. Join a busy litigation team supporting case management, filings, and legal document preparation. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Manage litigation files from start to finish Draft correspondence, pleadings, affidavits, and court forms Maintain lawyer calendars and track deadlines Conduct legal research, registry searches, and court filings Prepare and file documents with the Personal Property Registry and Land Titles system Review and proofread documents Handle billing, trust requests, and administrative tasks Qualifications: 5+ years supporting litigation teams Knowledge of Alberta litigation procedures and Rules of Court Ability to prepare routine legal documents independently Highly organized with excellent attention to detail Benefits & Work Environment: $400 Health Spending Account annually 2.5% RRSP match after 1 year 1 day/week work from home 10 personal/flex days 15 vacation days Discounted bus pass Employee & Family Assistance Program (100% paid) 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM work hours (including breaks) Comprehensive group benefits (health, dental, life, disability) If you're ready for a rewarding opportunity, apply today! At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants need at least five years of experience supporting litigation teams and knowledge of Alberta litigation procedures and Rules of Court. They must be able to independently prepare routine legal documents and demonstrate strong organization and attention to detail.