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The role involves drafting and transcribing legal documents, managing files, and coordinating bookings for mediations, trials, and client meetings. Additionally, the assistant is responsible for maintaining bring-forward systems and processing monthly and quarterly billing statements.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience as a Litigation LAA and be a graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program. Proficiency in Word and Outlook is required, with experience in Elite 3E considered an asset.
Working hours
40 hours per week
Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Transcription
- File Management
- Billing Administration
- Litigation Procedures
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Elite 3E
- Organization
- Multitasking
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Confidentiality
- Time Management
- Clerical Administration
- Scheduling
Benefits
- Health And Dental Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Matching RRSP Program
- Vacation Time
- Personal Days
- Sick Time
- Volunteer Day
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Education Reimbursement
Visa sponsorship
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Keywords
- Business Litigation
- Corporate Commercial Law
- Elite 3E
- Litigation Procedures
- File Management
- Legal Drafting
- Billing Statements
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Legal Services
- Clerical Practices
- Mediation Coordination
- Discovery Coordination
- Trial Coordination
Original job description
We are currently seeking an Intermediate Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant (Business Litigation / Corporate Commercial Law) with solid work experience and educational background to join our team. Candidates must be able to work well both independently and within a team environment.
Responsibilities
Thorough knowledge of legal documents, filing systems, and clerical administrative practices.
Drafting and transcribing legal documents and general correspondence.
Coordinating bookings for mediations, discoveries, trials, and client meetings.
File management, including organizing/managing documents and filing.
Maintaining an active bring forward system.
Maintaining open and closed files as required.
Preparing and following up on monthly and quarterly billing statements.
Qualifications
Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
A minimum of 5+ years of experience working as a Litigation LAA.
Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program or relevant experience.
Proficient in Word and Outlook. Prior experience with Elite 3E would be an asset.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize work, multitask, and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
A thorough understanding of litigation legal procedures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality with client information.
Compensation
We offer a competitive salary. We also offer a variety of benefits, including:
Health and Dental plan, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a matching RRSP Program after one year of employment with the firm.
Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year.
Lifestyle Benefit: fitness reimbursement for memberships and gym equipment.
Education Reimbursement: we are committed to continued growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides an opportunity for our staff to expand their skills and knowledge.
Fun Environment: annual year-end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events.
Diversity + Inclusion:
We value diversity and inclusion at our firm. Our commitment to developing a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences, includes attracting and hiring a workforce that broadly reflects our larger community. All job applicants, employees, and partners, regardless of age, culture, ethnicity, gender, nationality, physical ability, race, religious belief, and sexual orientation, are welcome here.
Employment Type
Full-time
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
