Paralegal - Personal Injury - Vancouver, Canada - Boughton Law

Boughton Law

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Who We Are
At Boughton Law, we do things differently.

Specializing in creative, outside-of-the-box solutions for a wide range of legal challenges, we believe in gaining a deep understanding of our client's needs and objectives to better deliver expert legal advice.

We're currently expanding our team, building a strong, dynamic group with diverse ideas and backgrounds, focused on making an impact for our clients and community.

Who We Are Looking For

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Manage files from opening to closing
Draft standard letters and documents i.e. Affidavits, List of Documents, List of Specials
Schedule dates for Examinations for Discovery and Trial
Schedule various independent medical appointments
Review medical records
Liaise with ICBC
Conduct substantive file reviews
Request and follow up on medical records and reports
Maintain bring forward system for limitation and followup dates
Prepare invoices to clients (using Acumin accounting software)
Post time sheets (using Acumin accounting software)
Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

Graduate of a Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal Program considered an asset
Sound experience in the area of Personal Injury
Strong knowledge of Part 7 benefits
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
Excellent English oral and written skills.
Excellent organizational skills
Able to take initiative and use good judgment. Has a take charge attitude and tact
Able to communicate with clients, lawyers and staff
Familiar with billing/invoicing processes in a legal environment

What You Can Expect From Us