Impactful Legal Assistant – Family Services, Flexible

BC Family Maintenance Agency (BCFMA); Kamloops; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in BC is seeking a Legal Assistant for their Kamloops office. This full-time position entails providing legal administrative support to in-house counsel and enhancing client service. Key responsibilities include preparing legal documentation, maintaining court files, and communicating effectively with clients and court staff. The ideal candidate will have relevant training and experience, along with solid computer and word processing skills. This position offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Defined Benefit Public Service Pension Plan

On-the-job training

Qualifications

• Experience as a titled legal assistant or legal secretary with a law firm for at least two years.
• Experience working with Land Title and Survey Authority database, Court Services Online, BC Online preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the legal case file and supporting documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, external counsel, court staff, and other community agencies.
• Arrange for the timely delivery and service of Court documents.

Skills

Solid computer skills

Keyboarding skills of 65 wpm minimum

Solid word processing skills, preferably MS Word and Adobe

Education

High School Diploma

Direct training and certification (Legal Administrative Assistant)

Tools

MS Word

Adobe

Job description

A government agency in BC is seeking a Legal Assistant for their Kamloops office. This full-time position entails providing legal administrative support to in-house counsel and enhancing client service. Key responsibilities include preparing legal documentation, maintaining court files, and communicating effectively with clients and court staff. The ideal candidate will have relevant training and experience, along with solid computer and word processing skills. This position offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.