Experienced Legal Assistant

Hamilton Fabbro; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique family law firm in downtown Vancouver is seeking a mid-senior level Legal Assistant. The role involves drafting legal documents, managing files, and supporting clients. Ideal candidates will have a legal administrative assistant diploma and strong organizational skills. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Company Events

Dental Care

Extended Health

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

RRSP Match

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in family law.
• Strong technical skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Preliminary drafting of correspondence and legal documents.
• Managing file maintenance and liaising with clients regarding file progress.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Discretion

Technical Skills

Education

Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate/Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Divorcemate

PCLaw

NetDocuments

Job description

Located in downtown Vancouver, we are a boutique family law firm offering a full range of family law services to support the diverse and unique needs of our clients.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Preliminary drafting of correspondence and legal documents
2. Understanding of legal procedures in family law
3. Filing, file maintenance, calendar diarizations, and managing incoming/outgoing mail
4. Managing BF system
5. Liaising with legal assistants, other lawyers, and clients regarding file progress
6. Assisting with drafting court documents, lists of documents, Separation Agreements, Minutes of Settlements, financial statements, and summaries

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

1. Legal administrative assistant certificate/diploma from a recognized institution
2. At least 4 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in family law
3. Strong technical skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Divorcemate, Adobe, BC Online, PCLaw, NetDocuments
4. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage competing priorities
5. Sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality
6. Meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail
7. Mature, reliable, with strong interpersonal skills
8. Excellent written and oral communication skills

Salary depends on experience.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Details

• Type: Full-time
• Experience: Family law - 2 years (preferred), Legal Assistant - 4 years (required)
• Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year
• Benefits include company events, dental care, extended health, life insurance, paid time off, RRSP match
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts
• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Industry: Law Practice