Intermediate/Senior Paralegal / Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA)

Job summary

Coordinate and administer class action claims, including communicating with class members, reviewing and organizing supporting records, tracking claim progress, and liaising with the claims administrator. Provide litigation and administrative support to lawyers, including preparing legal and court documents, managing files and deadlines, and coordinating litigation activities.

Job details

McEwan Partners www.mcewanpartners.com Published October 13, 2026 Location Vancouver, Canada Category Legal Administrative Assistant Job Type Full-time Minimum 70000 Maximum 85000 Description Intermediate/Senior Paralegal / Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) McEwan Partners LLP | Vancouver, BC | Full-Time About McEwan Partners McEwan Partners is a leading boutique litigation firm in downtown Vancouver, founded by a group of industry-recognized litigators. Our practice focuses primarily on commercial, securities, and public law litigation at both trial and appellate levels. We are currently seeking a full-time Intermediate/Senior Paralegal / Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) to join our growing team. The successful candidate will initially focus on supporting a significant Class Action case, assisting with claims administration, document review, class member communications, and overall file coordination. As the workload and requirements of the class action become established, the role will evolve to include providing litigation and administrative support to other lawyers and practice areas within the firm. This position offers an opportunity to work on meaningful litigation while being part of a collaborative, professional, and supportive team. We are looking for someone who is organized, proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working independently while managing sensitive and sometimes challenging communications. Responsibilities Class Action Support (Primary Initial Focus) Assist with the coordination and administration of class action claims, working closely with legal counsel, class members, and the claims administrator. Communicate with class members, including responding to inquiries, providing guidance on the claims process, and following up on outstanding information or documentation. Review and organize claim-related documentation, including medical records, correctional records, and other supporting materials. Assist with identifying missing information, preparing summaries, and coordinating follow-up requests as required. Maintain accurate and organized records, databases, spreadsheets, and tracking systems to monitor claim status and progress. Liaise with the claims administrator and other relevant parties to facilitate the timely processing and resolution of claims. Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism, patience, discretion, and empathy. Assist lawyers with other class action-related administrative and paralegal responsibilities as required. General Litigation and Administrative Support Provide legal assistant and paralegal support to other lawyers and litigation matters as workload permits and operational needs evolve. Prepare correspondence, legal documents, and court materials in accordance with applicable Rules of Court. Manage and organize electronic and physical files, including document preparation, filing, and records management. Maintain effective workflow systems, including scheduling, deadline tracking, and bring-forward reminders. Coordinate meetings, mediations, discoveries, hearings, and other litigation-related activities. Perform other legal and administrative duties as assigned. Skills And Attributes Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage large volumes of documents and information. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex information clearly and accurately. Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Professional, patient, and empathetic when communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those dealing with sensitive or challenging personal circumstances. Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proactive, resourceful, adaptable, and comfortable taking initiative. Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach. Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe, and document management systems such as iManage. Experience with legal accounting software such as Soluno and e-discovery platforms such as Everlaw is an asset. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal or legal administrative assistant, preferably in litigation. Graduation from an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal program is considered an asset. Experience with class actions, claims administration, personal injury, or other document-intensive litigation is considered an asset. Experience reviewing and summarizing medical, institutional, or other complex records is an asset. Strong litigation experience and familiarity with court procedures are preferred. Compensation And Benefits McEwan Partners offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with a collegial and supportive working environment. Annual Base Salary: $70,000 – $85,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. To Apply Please submit your resume and application by email to dpoon@mcewanpartners.com, with the job title in the subject line. Please note: We are not accepting applications through recruitment agencies at this time. We appreciate all applications received; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Coordinate and administer class action claims, including communicating with class members, reviewing and organizing supporting records, tracking claim progress, and liaising with the claims administrator. Provide litigation and administrative support to lawyers, including preparing legal and court documents, managing files and deadlines, and coordinating litigation activities.

Requirements

At least five years of experience as a paralegal or legal administrative assistant is required, preferably in litigation; strong litigation experience and familiarity with court procedures are preferred. A relevant accredited program, class action or document-intensive litigation experience, and experience reviewing complex records are assets; proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and document management systems such as iManage is expected.

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Class Action Claims Administration
• Litigation Support
• Document Review
• Medical Records Review
• Legal Document Preparation
• Court Procedures
• Claims Tracking
• File Management
• Deadline Tracking
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention To Detail
• Confidentiality
• Microsoft Office
• iManage

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative

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