Litigation Paralegal

Job summary

Support lawyers handling personal injury litigation by drafting and formatting legal documents, maintaining case files, managing deadlines and court schedules, and conducting legal research. Review medical and accident documentation, coordinate with clients and external parties, and prepare files for discoveries, mediations, pre-trial conferences, and trials.

Job details

Company Description James H. Brown & Associates – Alberta Injury Lawyers is a respected personal injury law firm based in Edmonton, Alberta, dedicated to supporting seriously injured individuals and their families. The firm’s commitment is rooted in the founder’s own experience overcoming life-changing injuries, which drives a strong client-focused approach. The team helps clients understand their rights and the factors that affect personal injury lawsuits. Known for extensive experience and aggressive advocacy, the firm guides clients through every step of the legal process when their lives have been disrupted by serious injury. Role Description The Litigation Paralegal will provide comprehensive support to lawyers handling personal injury litigation files. This full-time, on-site role in Edmonton, AB involves drafting and formatting legal documents, organizing and maintaining case files, and managing deadlines and court schedules. Daily responsibilities include conducting legal research, assisting with pleadings and motion materials, reviewing medical and accident documentation, and coordinating with clients, experts, and other parties. The Litigation Paralegal will help prepare files for examinations for discovery, mediations, pre-trial conferences, and trials, and will work closely with the legal team to move files forward efficiently. This role requires strong attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to supporting injured clients through the litigation process. Qualifications Ability to perform Legal Document Preparation, including drafting and formatting pleadings and motions. Strong skills in Document Review, including analysis of medical records, accident reports, and correspondence. Proficiency in Legal Research, with experience using legal databases and summarizing findings for counsel. Experience preparing and organizing Pleadings and Motions for filing and service in civil litigation matters. Paralegal diploma, legal assistant certificate, or equivalent post-secondary education in a legal field. Previous experience as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant, ideally in personal injury or civil litigation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong grammar and document formatting abilities. High level of organization, time management, and ability to manage multiple files and deadlines. Proficiency with law office software, document management systems, and MS Office applications. Ability to collaborate effectively with lawyers, staff, clients, and external experts in a fast-paced environment.

What you’ll do

Support lawyers handling personal injury litigation by drafting and formatting legal documents, maintaining case files, managing deadlines and court schedules, and conducting legal research. Review medical and accident documentation, coordinate with clients and external parties, and prepare files for discoveries, mediations, pre-trial conferences, and trials.

Requirements

Requires a paralegal diploma, legal assistant certificate, or equivalent post-secondary legal education, along with prior litigation paralegal or legal assistant experience, ideally in personal injury or civil litigation. Candidates should have strong legal writing, research, document review, organization, communication, and software skills, and be able to manage multiple files in a fast-paced environment.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Legal Document Preparation
• Document Review
• Legal Research
• Pleadings and Motions
• Medical Records Analysis
• Accident Report Analysis
• Civil Litigation
• Case File Management
• Deadline Management
• Court Scheduling
• Client Communication
• Document Formatting
• Time Management
• Law Office Software
• Document Management Systems
• Microsoft Office

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative