Job Description

We respectfully acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional, unceded territory of the Okanagan Syilx People.

We're looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Kidston team. This is a full-time position to join our growing team.

As a Legal Assistant, you will work closely with our team of Paralegals and Lawyers. This role will support lawyers with a mix of estate planning, estate administration, corporate, and commercial matters. If you are proactive, organized, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers is a full-service law firm specializing in Personal Injury, Estate Litigation, Insurance Disputes, Employment Law, Real Estate and Business Law, Contract Disputes, Property Disputes, Debt Collection and Residential Tenancy Disputes, and First Nations law. Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers is a leader in legal services in the Okanagan Valley. The lawyers of Kidston Helm Ross and our support staff bring honesty, trust, and respect to every interaction with our clients and to one another.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Proactively manage workflow, deadlines, and documents to ensure the lawyers are supported Perform Litigation Assistant responsibilities from file opening to closing Review incoming correspondence and draft responses Manage incoming workflow from a team of lawyers/paralegal Draft pleadings, correspondence and related documents Schedule appointments, trial, examination for discoveries, IMEs and related calendar management Maintain file organization Maintain bring forward system and court diary Handle associated legal administrative assistant tasks Support lawyers and other staff

THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING:

Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Legal Assistant in estates, corporate, or commercial law. Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal practice management software. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Professional communication skills, both written and verbal. A proactive, client-focused approach to work. Possess problem solving skills with a proactive mindset

THE PROCESS:

The interview process includes: Remote 30-minute phone interview with Laurel Swan (she/her), HR Advisor. In person or remote 60-minute video interview with Laurel Swan (she/her), HR Advisor and Robert Ross (he/him), Managing Partner. Conduct reference and security checks. Offer.

Salary Range:

$50,000 - $65,000

Start Date:

Flexible

Perks at The Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers:

Flexible time off including three weeks of vacation, sick days, and additional flex time throughout the year - all paid! Health benefits including medical coverage, dental coverage, and a health spending account including mental health. Continuing education opportunities. Sponsored firm social events
Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers is committed to a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates. To ensure that each candidate's journey is consistent and the selection process is unbiased, the hiring managers and team members will not respond to any personal messages regarding this role or other opportunities.

We do not use fancy tech to search through resumes at Kidston Helm Ross; every resume is reviewed by a human to ensure that we attain a consistent and equitable interview process. We look forward to seeing your application!

To apply, please submit your application via the application link.

ACCOMODATIONS:

Kidston Helm Ross is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all. We believe that candidates with disabilities have the right to accessible accommodations throughout the hiring process. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. If you require any accommodations, please email hr @ kidston.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accommodation may be provided in all parts of the hiring process. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

INCLUSIVITY AT KIDSTON HELM ROSS:

Kidston Helm Ross is committed to building a transparent environment where everyone feels heard, welcomed, and included. We believe Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging are fundamental in our vision to create a better and more inclusive future. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, Black people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off
Application question(s):

This is a full-time in office job, do you live in the area and if not, do you plan to relocate?
Work Location: In person