Are you an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant with a passion for commercial litigation? Our client, a national law firm in Vancouver, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented LAA to join their high-performing team. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic group of legal professionals in a supportive and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
- File and serve court documents across various court levels.
- Draft and proofread court documents and correspondence.
- Manage filing deadlines and coordinate hearing dates.
- Maintain and organize client files, tracking limitation periods.
- Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements.
- Assist with billing, invoicing, and expense reporting.
- Keep client and contact information up to date.
- Communicate with internal teams, lawyers, and staff firm-wide.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal assistant, supporting multiple legal professionals in a civil litigation environment.
- Strong knowledge of BC Supreme Court Rules, court practices, and procedures.
- Advanced proficiency with MS Office and strong computer skills.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Detail-oriented with excellent proofreading and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.