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    • Erin Newman-Renwick posted a discussion in General Discussion
      seeking advice in learning
      I'm soon to be completed the paralegal certificate program at Capilano University, in April of this year. For several reasons, this was the most practical education option for me. Unfortunately, there is no practicum or comparative practical training attached to the certificate program, so I'm... see more I'm soon to be completed the paralegal certificate program at Capilano University, in April of this year. For several reasons, this was the most practical education option for me. Unfortunately, there is no practicum or comparative practical training attached to the certificate program, so I'm finding myself unsure what my next best steps are. I have experience working as a clerk at the Law Society of BC, and a small amount of experience with legal assistant work performed on an ad hoc basis. I am no longer with LSBC, and currently am working as an LA at a small firm. Unfortunately, it's not an employer I feel could be relied on as it's not a good working environment and I am taking steps to move elsewhere.

      What can I do to gain practical experience, in absence of a supportive workplace? Most employers are understandably seeking experienced paralegals, so while I am actively engaged in a job search my options will be limited. Can anyone advise?
       February 15, 2025
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    • W. R. Mullen Law Corp. posted a discussion in General Discussion
      PCLAW MIGRATION
      Who has migrated from PCLAW TIME MATTERS to the Cloud with LEAP and are you happy with it. Who changed to Cosmolex. Please give me your take on these. Who is remaining with PCLAW with the exorbitant monthly fee of $189 per user just to stay using PCLAW as is on stand alone computer. Thank... see more Who has migrated from PCLAW TIME MATTERS to the Cloud with LEAP and are you happy with it. Who changed to Cosmolex. Please give me your take on these. Who is remaining with PCLAW with the exorbitant monthly fee of $189 per user just to stay using PCLAW as is on stand alone computer. Thank you for any input.
       November 04, 2023
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    • Crisanta Isidro posted a discussion in General Discussion
      Document Management - Commercial Litigation
      Hi there - I hope you are all well this afternoon.

      I'm hoping to get some ideas as to what kind of software you use for document management. One of our practice areas is commercial litigation, and there are a lot of documents involved. Does anyone have a software that they use to keep...       see more Hi there - I hope you are all well this afternoon.

      I'm hoping to get some ideas as to what kind of software you use for document management. One of our practice areas is commercial litigation, and there are a lot of documents involved. Does anyone have a software that they use to keep track of documents, and does the software assist the user in generating a List of Documents? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

      Thank you!
      Crisanta
       September 06, 2023
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    • Lisa Findlay posted a discussion in General Discussion
      Appara (Corporate Database)
      Hello - I am looking to speak with people that use Appara for a corporate database. Also, looking for feedback on Leap.

      You can email me at - lisa@bdvlaw.ca.
      Thanks!!
      Lisa.
    • CR LAWYERS posted a discussion in General Discussion
      Estate Planning & Administration Software
      Hello :-) looking for any information on cloud based software that would assist in preparing both Estate Planning documents as well as the after death Estate Administration documents. We have explored Emergent and did not have any success with it. We are using Eatabley for Admin but there's... see more Hello :-) looking for any information on cloud based software that would assist in preparing both Estate Planning documents as well as the after death Estate Administration documents. We have explored Emergent and did not have any success with it. We are using Eatabley for Admin but there's no EP option. Are there any other programs you have heard of that will do both? Thanks for your time!
       March 16, 2023
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    • Alexandra Maslova posted a discussion in General Discussion
      Billing Software
      Good afternoon everyone, I hope that you are all well and enjoying the sunshine!

      The firm I work for uses PC Law for billing. It's a boutique entertainment law firm that practices both entertainment and corporate law. Unfortunately PC Law has been really buggy for the last month and we are...       see more Good afternoon everyone, I hope that you are all well and enjoying the sunshine!

      The firm I work for uses PC Law for billing. It's a boutique entertainment law firm that practices both entertainment and corporate law. Unfortunately PC Law has been really buggy for the last month and we are looking for a new billing software. Just billing.

      What software would you recommend? Why or why not?
      Thank you in advance for the help!
       March 16, 2023
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      • Holly Dionne Hello Alexandra. We use EsiLaw and have for the last 20 years at our firm. We've recently mergered with a larger law firm and have been able to merge both Esilaw programs together. I wouldn't... see more Hello Alexandra. We use EsiLaw and have for the last 20 years at our firm. We've recently mergered with a larger law firm and have been able to merge both Esilaw programs together. I wouldn't recommend it just for billing replacement as it would completely replace your PC Law and is a full accounting program including billing. But I do much prefer Esilaw over PC Law. Hope that helps :-)
        3 years ago
      • Judy Kieu Hi Aleandra, My firm uses Cosmolex and I would highly recommend using it over PC Law. I used to use PC Law but found it pretty buggy and updates were not as consent. I've been using Cosmolex for 4... see more Hi Aleandra, My firm uses Cosmolex and I would highly recommend using it over PC Law. I used to use PC Law but found it pretty buggy and updates were not as consent. I've been using Cosmolex for 4 years now and their support team is super helpful. It also has bookkeeping integrated and you can manage multiple Trust Accounts.

        Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
        3 years ago
      • Mayette Ostonal Hi Alexandra. My last firm was a mid-sized firm and they used Esilaw. I now work for a larger firm that uses Aderant, which I find really difficult to use. I don't do a lot of billing anymore,... see more Hi Alexandra. My last firm was a mid-sized firm and they used Esilaw. I now work for a larger firm that uses Aderant, which I find really difficult to use. I don't do a lot of billing anymore, just looking up information, but even that I find difficult. Esilaw was so much better. That would be my recommendation!
        3 years ago
    • Joan M. Rattray posted a discussion in General Discussion
      Transparency Register for Companies
      I am wondering if anyone can give me an idea of what they are charging companies for preparing this transparency register and questionnaire and then updating it annually? I'd really appreciate your input on this. I work for a sole practitioner. Thanking you in advance.
    • Kristina Mac Donald posted a discussion in General Discussion
      Kelowna Networking Event/Meetup
      Hello Everyone,
      I am currently a paralegal in Toronto (don't judge me). I am relocating to Kelowna in the fall, I will be out for a visit June 6 to June 13. I was hoping I could organize a very informal networking/meetup event to get to know some people. I think the Friday (June 9th might...       see more Hello Everyone,
      I am currently a paralegal in Toronto (don't judge me). I am relocating to Kelowna in the fall, I will be out for a visit June 6 to June 13. I was hoping I could organize a very informal networking/meetup event to get to know some people. I think the Friday (June 9th might be easiest).
      I am currently a Director of the OPA (Ontario Paralegal Association) and would love to get involved with the BCPA. Please let me know if anyone is interested!
      • Tanya Groutage Good morning Kristina. I am one of the BCPA Vice-Presidents, living & working in Kelowna, BC. If you'd like to contact me to arrange a time to meet, my email is: Tanya@bcparalegalassociation.com.... see more Good morning Kristina. I am one of the BCPA Vice-Presidents, living & working in Kelowna, BC. If you'd like to contact me to arrange a time to meet, my email is: Tanya@bcparalegalassociation.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Tanya Groutage
        9 years ago
    • Discussion in General Discussion
      2nd Amendment to pleadings
      Can anyone please provide a precedent for the 1st page of the amended pleadings (2nd amendment) and the Consent Order?
    • Discussion in General Discussion
      Interest Calculation on Judgments
      Our firm uses software from Dye & Durham that they no longer distribute. Can you please share what software/other resource you use?
       April 20, 2017
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