Overview
Paralegal; Maternity Coverage Jobs in Calgary, Canada at About Staffing Ltd.
Position: Paralegal (Maternity Coverage)
Paralegal / Legal Assistant – Family Law (Temporary)
Job : 43169
Job Type: Temporary
Category: Administration
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Work Model: Fully in-office
This maternity leave coverage opportunity, beginning in August 2026, is a 12–24 month term and is ideal for an experienced Legal Assistant or Paralegal with a strong background in Family Law who is looking to bring their expertise to a well‑established Calgary law firm.
This boutique firm offers a fast‑paced yet team‑oriented workplace where professionalism, initiative, and attention to detail are highly valued.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Open, organize, and maintain family law files from start to finish.
- Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, affidavits, financial statements, applications, correspondence, and court forms.
- Coordinate court filings and ensure compliance with all court deadlines and procedural requirements.
- Schedule meetings, mediations, hearings, case conferences, and examinations.
- Manage lawyers’ calendars and monitor critical deadlines.
- Maintain accurate file records and document management systems.
- Assist with client intake, file management, and ongoing client communication.
- Prepare and organize disclosure documents and supporting materials.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
- Provide administrative and legal support as required to ensure efficient operation of the family law practice.
Education
- Equivalent experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal within a Family Law environment is essential.
Qualifications
- Strong working knowledge of Family Law procedures and documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- High degree of professionalism, discretion, and client service orientation.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Experience
- A minimum of 3‑5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in Family Law is required.
- Experience drafting family law pleadings, affidavits, financial disclosure documents, and court materials is essential.
- Experience managing files independently and coordinating court deadlines is strongly preferred.
- Experience with legal practice management software is considered an asset.
Skills
- Strong understanding of family law processes and court procedures.
- Proactive problem‑solving abilities and strong organizational skills.
- Dependable, professional, and capable of working independently.
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn firm‑specific systems quickly.
Base Salary
$27–$30 per hour
Work Hours
- Monday–Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Additional Notes
- This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
- All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.
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Title: Paralegal; Maternity Coverage
Company: About Staffing Ltd.
Location: Calgary, Canada
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