Job Description

The Role

Working in conjunction with the principal lawyer, the junior legal clerk provides support in all matters pertaining to client files and the functioning of the practice.

In this capacity, the junior legal assistant:

Assist in drafting forms and letters in support of applications for Immigration and Canadian citizenship. Ensure confidentiality of all client-related documents and information is maintained in accordance with the Law Society of British Columbia's rules on solicitor client privilege and confidentiality Attend client meetings and take scans/photocopies of pertinent documents Assist the lawyer in client matters - Act as a liaison between the client and the lawyer, observing, receiving and otherwise obtaining information from relevant sources Upload information and supporting documents for online immigration applications for the review of the lawyer Ensure all necessary file documents are accurately and completely filed in electronic files in a timely manner, ensuring that all application deadlines are respected Communicate with people outside the organization; represent the organization to clients, the public, the government and external sources Coordinate messenger and courier deliveries for files Keep up to date both technically and with information resources, applying new knowledge to the job Assist the lawyer by researching application procedures, processing times and legal articles Assist in the ongoing general administration of the Practice together with coworkers Keep up to date on changes to immigration regulations and procedures Assisting with the principal lawyer's CBA duties. Client intake

Skills

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Experience: will train Immigration status: Canadian citizen or permanent resident. English language ability. French or another second language is considered an asset. High attention to detail. Must have experience with Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF. Experience with Clio Mange and Clio Grow is considered an asset. Strong skills in client relations Ability to multitask while performing work efficiently and accurately

Working Conditions

Compensation will be commensurate to work experience. During the probation period you will be offered a wage of $20-$22/hr.

Working conditions: full time employee will work between 30-35 hours per week and a part time employee will work 20 hours per week.

Benefits maybe provided at the discretion of the firm.

Remote work: may allow up to 1 day a week remote. after probation period.

Application Procedure

If applying by email (Amandeep@hayerlawoffice.ca) please follow directions in submitting your application for this job posting. Your subject like should use this format Your Name - Legal Assistant #HY120

In your application, please include the following:

Your resume. Your cover letter. A writing sample - could be school assignment.
Please label each document like so:

01 Resume (Your Name) 02 Cover Letter (Your Name); and 03 Writing Sample (Your name).
Any applications which do not follow the procedures states above will be rejected automatically.

Location

Langley, BC

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Language:

any other languages (preferred)
Work Location: In person