Job Description

Our firm is growing and we invite you to join our legal team!

CR Lawyers LLP is a well-established full-service law firm with offices located in four Vancouver Island communities in downtown Campbell River, Comox, Courtenay and Ucluelet. We offer our employees a positive working environment, a competitive salary & vacation package, paid sick days and a benefits program that includes health & dental benefits.

Our firm is looking for a Legal Assistant with 1-3 years of experience for our Courtenay office location supporting our Solicitors Department. We encourage experienced candidates with exceptional customer service to apply for this position. This role will also provide back up support for Reception.

The successful candidate will be an organized, enthusiastic, hard working, team member who will have the opportunity to contribute their skills and expertise and work collaboratively with a team of dedicated and knowledgeable colleagues.

Ideal qualifications:

1-3 years of legal experience. Proficiency with corporate, wills & estates, and conveyancing files would be beneficial but not required. Comfortable using Microsoft 365, BC Online, LTSA and various computer programs. Experience using copiers, scanners, fax machines and point of sale. Open to training opportunities and developing new skills.

Duties Include but not limited to:

Primary support for our Solicitors Department. Open and close client files. Manage Lawyer's calendars, meeting schedules and Bring Forward system. Draft documents and correspondence based on written instruction or verbal direction. Administrative duties that include conducting conflict searches, file organization, answering emails, scheduling appointments, making photocopies, scanning or other duties as assigned. Organize and maintain precedents. Assist with day to day inquiries and requests.

Work Hours & Benefits

This is a full time in-person employment opportunity working Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm with a one hour unpaid lunch hour, in our Courtenay office location.

Benefits:

3 weeks vacation entitlement Paid sick days Extended health care Dental care Vision care Life insurance Disability coverage Staff events Inclusive environment

Education

High School Diploma Legal Assistant education or experience
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest and we appreciate receiving your resumes, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Education:

Secondary School (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person