Job Description

Taylor Janis LLP is a boutique employment law firm with offices in Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver.

We are a collegial law firm and are currently looking for an enthusiastic, service-oriented Legal Assistant/Receptionist to join our Vancouver Office who shares our passion for providing quality legal services within a team of dedicated lawyers and staff.

JOB TYPE

Legal Assistant/Receptionist

Job Type: Full-time, Vancouver Office

REQUIREMENTS AND CANDIDATE ASSETS

The ideal candidate will:

Have a Legal Assistant Diploma or Certificate; Have developed professional communication skills; Have strong organizational skills with an emphasis on attention to detail; Have a positive attitude and be willing to take initiative; and Be self-motivated and can work independently but also value a team-based environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Processing all relevant incoming and outgoing mail and email; Preparing and maintaining a diarizing system for court dates, questionings, meetings and appointments; Tracking the lawyer's billing statistics, including retainers received and overdue/unpaid accounts; Scheduling appointments and meetings and preparing documentation for those appointments and meetings; Assisting clients over the phone and via email with requests for updates on file matters and information on billing matters; Scheduling court runners and couriers; Maintaining client files; Answering reception telephones; and Assisting couriers and other guests that attend the office from time to time.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Access to keen mentorship in a collegial and welcoming environment in order to develop the skills and knowledge needed; Work in an interesting, rewarding, and ever-changing area of the law; Competitive pay; Benefits; and Casual dress code.
Mandarin language skills would be considered a strong asset for the position.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $42,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person