Job Description

Intermediate Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation
Location: Vancouver
Salary: $60,000-$80,000, depending on experience.
Our client is currently seeking a competent and knowledgeable Intermediate Legal Administrative Assistant to join their busy Litigation group, in the Vancouver office, on a full time, continuing basis. The successful candidate is an organized, enthusiastic, hardworking, team player who is capable of prioritizing and multitasking to support lawyers in their busy Litigation group successfully. The regular working hours for this role are Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm.
Standard Responsibilities

• Preparing and editing various correspondence and documents
• Time entry and billing
• Preparing expense reports
• Maintaining an efficient file management and bring forward system
• Meeting deadlines and limitation dates
• Drafting and filing court documents
• Providing overflow assistance and various general administrative duties as required

Qualifications

• Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution
• Minimum 5 years' of previous experience in a similar role, in a large downtown law firm is a requirement
• Knowledge of general litigation rules and procedures is required
• Knowledge of Supreme Court and Court of Appeal Rules/Procedures is required
• Exceptional aptitude in Microsoft Office
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a collegial team
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner
• Highly dependable and adaptable with great work ethic
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills

In addition, they 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
• Tenant Fitness Centre: Access to the fitness centre in our office building
• Paid Parental Leave top up
• Education Reimbursement: committed to growth and development, and their educational reimbursement policy provides an opportunity for our staff to expand on their knowledge in the legal field
• Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year
• Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program
• Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, Asia Pacific group team retreats and lunches, and many other social events
• Awards: long-term service and bonus vacation awards

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