Job Description

About Us:

MCM Law LLP is a women-led commercial finance and realization boutique serving exclusively the needs of financial institutions, court-appointed officers, and private lenders on a broad range of matters including aircraft finance, lending involving Indigenous groups and lands, real estate construction and development, and most other areas of commercial finance, realization and insolvency.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our growing legal assistant team, supporting our Commercial Realization practice at MCM Law LLP. Reporting directly to the partner, this role is ideal for a proactive administrative professional who thrives in a collaborative and team-oriented work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Document Preparation & Management:

Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents, including demand letters, statutory notices, pleadings and other court documents.

Client Communication:

Liaise with clients, financial institutions, and opposing counsel.

Filing and Record Keeping:

Maintain organized case files (physical and digital) from opening to closing, ensuring compliance with firm policies and legal regulations.

Legal Research and Due Diligence:

Conduct basic research on relevant laws, regulations, and case precedents and retrieve and summarize recovery searches (land title searches, personal property registry searches, corporate searches, court registry searches).

Calendar & Deadline Management:

Track key dates, hearings, and filing deadlines to ensure timely submissions.

Billing & Administrative Support:

Assist with timekeeping, expense tracking, and invoice preparation.

Qualifications & Skills

Education: Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma/certificate preferred. Experience: preferred 1 year of experience in commercial finance, real estate, or insolvency law. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of MS Office, legal practice management software, and electronic filing systems. Knowledge of TyMetrix 360 billing software is an asset but not a requirement. Attention to Detail. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, with a professional client-facing demeanor. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work efficiently under pressure. Team Player: Works collaboratively with attorneys and colleagues to support the firm's success. Confidentiality and integrity: typical when working with sensitive information.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary range of $50,000-$55,000 (negotiable depending on experience), plus a comprehensive benefits package Fun and supportive team environment, interesting work with opportunities for professional growth Exposure to high-value commercial transactions and legal proceedings
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

If you are not located in Kamloops BC currently, are you moving to the area?
Experience:

Legal Assistant: 1 year (preferred) commercial finance, real estate, or insolvency law: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person