Litigation Paralegal Child Protection

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest growing law firm in Western Canada.

Our firm has a well-established litigation practice in Yellowknife with a strong focus on child protection and family law matters. We act for clients in complex and often urgent proceedings before the Territorial Court of the Northwest Territories and are committed to delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services in the North.

The Litigation Paralegal will work closely with lawyers in a busy child protection practice, providing hands-on litigation support from file intake through resolution. This role requires a high level of organization, strong drafting skills, and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and compassion.

The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm and can be based out of Yellowknife, Calgary or Vancouver. This is a term contract position for 12- 18 months.

Standard Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers with all stages of child protection litigation, including preparation for hearings, case conferences, trials, and appeals


• Drafting orders, affidavits of service, and other court related correspondence and documentation;


• Preparing disclosure for release to opposing counsel


• Responding to general inquiries from Child Protection Workers and opposing counsel on matters;


• Preparing for community dockets and assisting with managing service related issues;


• Regularly communicating directly with Child Protection Workers and is their first point of contact on issues relating to court filings and service deadlines.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic client files


• Track critical deadlines, limitation periods, and court dates using bring-forward systems


• Enter time and assist with billing support


• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients, counsel, court staff, and child protection agencies

Qualifications

• Paralegal diploma or certificate from a recognized institution


• Minimum 2–3 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in family or child protection law


• Strong knowledge of court procedures, document preparation, and filing requirements


• Excellent organizational, drafting, and time-management skills


• Experience working with Indigenous clients or northern communities is an asset

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits, including:

• Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, ad&d


• Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment


• Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year


• Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week and many other social events

If you are a professional, hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter.

Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.