Coordinator, eDiscovery and Litigation Support

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

• www.blakes.com

Published

March 9, 2026

Location

Suite 3500 - 1133 Melville Street, Vancouver, Canada

Category

Litigation Technology & eDiscovery Services

Job Type

Full-time

Minimum

100,000

Maximum

125,000

Description

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP is one of Canada’s oldest law firms and one of its most progressive. Blakes is committed to investing in our staff and professionals, continually updating our training opportunities, recognizing achievement, and creating a positive work environment, all with a view to ensure that we provide our clients with top quality legal services.

Blakes Vancouver is currently recruiting for a Coordinator, eDiscovery and Litigation Support to join our Litigation Department. Reporting to Litigation Partners, this role requires a candidate who will provide professional, efficient, and prompt service to our lawyers and clients.

Major Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain litigation document management databases (in Relativity).
• Prepare lists of documents and reliance lists for litigation and arbitration.
• Intake and management of paper and electronic documents/data.
• Work with and train lawyers, students, and staff on use of litigation support technology (ie. Relativity) and eDiscovery best practices.
• Work with legal team to prepare electronic document exchange protocols.
• Assist legal team with document and privilege reviews, and electronic redaction.
• Work with clients throughout the litigation and arbitration process.
• Collaborate and work with the National eDiscovery team as required.
• Preparation of eDiscovery estimates and budgets.
• Determine protocol and procedures for litigation file management and best practices.
• Upload and download of data through SFTP sites.
• Provide traditional paralegal responsibilities, such as the preparation of court documents, handling of exhibits and transcripts, and other court and tribunal-related material.
• Troubleshoot eDiscovery issues.
• Keep abreast of changes in law, practice directions and new litigation software applications.
• Perform litigation searches.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a senior capacity working with litigation document management software; preferably Relativity.
• Paralegal certificate or diploma preferred.
• Related experience with medium to large complex litigation files.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced technical skills and knowledge of databases.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member and leading a team.
• Detail oriented; excellent organizational skills with the ability to work effectively under short deadlines in high-pressure situations.
• Strong computer skills, including proficient in Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook.

How To Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your application and include your cover letter and résumé directly to:

Zoe Brookes, HR Manager

Zoe.brookes@blakes.com

Blakes wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Who We Are

At Blakes, we are all about our people. We are committed to not only providing exceptional client experiences, but also fostering an open and inclusive workplace culture for legal professionals and administrative professionals. As a winner of the Canada’s Best Diversity Employers award, as well as the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers award, we know that diversity and inclusion are not simply initiatives on the perimeter of our business — they are the core of our success. We understand the importance of cultivating an environment that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a Firm starts with the hiring, development and retention of top talent.

Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment comprised of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures.

The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.