Legal Administrative Assistant
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Job Description
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We have an opening for a junior and/or an intermediate litigation legal assistant in our Vancouver office. The successful candidate would be motivated, a quick learner and be an integral part of our friendly and collaborative team.
Responsibilities:
- Performing LAA work from file opening to closing.
- Drafting simple pleadings, including application records, books of authorities, appeal records and appeal books.
- Drafting correspondence.
- Filing documents with court registries.
- Communicating with opposing counsel, experts and clients.
- Maintaining BF limitation dates.
The ideal candidate would possess:
- 2+ year general office experience.
- Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to deal directly with clients and all levels of staff.
- Ability to meet deadlines under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Excellent attention to detail, organized and proactive, able to multi-task and handle changing priorities.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in MS Word and ability to learn new software and technology quickly.
- Knowledge of the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules and ability to interpret Rules and Acts.
- Experience with ProLaw an asset.
Skills Required
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD2812019
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:$55,000-68,000 per year
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationVancouver, BC, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned