Job Title: Estate Administration Paralegal
Location: Surrey, BC
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $80,000$100,000
Department: Wills & Estates - position is on-site for first year, then can move to a hybrid model (1 day/week from home) after that.

Overview:
A full-service, results-based British Columbia law firm is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Estate Administration Paralegal to join its Wills & Estates department. The firm serves a diverse range of businesses, individuals, and institutional clients, emphasizing a client-first approach built on trust, results, and personalized service. The workplace fosters collegiality, mutual respect, and a supportive environment that rewards initiative and creativity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare probate and estate administration application materials.

• Supervise estate administration processes and procedures.

• Liaise with financial institutions and other entities to obtain estate asset information.

• Act as the main point of contact with the probate registry, Public Guardian and Trustees office, and other relevant government agencies.

• Conduct and report on title, wills notice, and other legal searches.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of estate administration precedents.

• Support executors and administrators with asset transmission, transfer, and the preparation of estate accounts.

• Publish creditor notices and manage related tasks.

• Participate in client meetings, conduct communications via phone and email, and assist with document execution.

• Provide general administrative support to the department as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a paralegal in estate administration.

• Completion of a certificate or diploma from an accredited Paralegal program.

• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, Supreme Court Rules, and probate registry practices.

• Proven experience working directly with the probate registry and Public Guardian and Trustees office.

• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel with strong document production skills.

• Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Team-oriented with the capacity to work independently when required.

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Flexible work arrangements tailored to team needs

• Employer-sponsored pension plan (after two years)

• Professional development allowance and personal growth opportunities

• Generous vacation allocation

• Paid sick and personal days

• Monthly social and team-building events
  

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