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Intermediate Legal Administrative Assistant / Paralegal Civil Litigation

Arlyn Recruiting

Vancouver

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

17 days ago

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Job summary

A dynamic boutique law firm is seeking an Intermediate Legal Administrative Assistant/Paralegal to join their construction law team in Vancouver. The role involves critical responsibilities such as managing files, scheduling court dates, preparing documents, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have strong civil litigation experience, and a commitment to client service, and will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, professional development, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive group benefits
Professional development reimbursement
Vacation and paid sick time
Matching Group RRSP plan
Health and wellness allowance
Social events

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in civil litigation, preferably construction litigation.
  • Thorough knowledge of BC Supreme Court Civil Rules and processes.
  • Proficiency in handling multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Opening and maintaining legal files and ensuring compliance with procedures.
  • Scheduling trial dates and meetings, confirming with parties involved.
  • Assisting with document preparation and filing court documents.

Skills

Time management
Organizational skills
Client-centered approach
Initiative
Resourcefulness

Education

Post-secondary LAA program or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Word
Excel
Outlook
Adobe
BC Online

Job description

Intermediate Legal Administrative Assistant / Paralegal Civil Litigation

Job Type : Full-time

Salary Range : $60,000 - $80,000

Our client, a well-established boutique law firm, is seeking a skilled litigation LAA / paralegal hybrid to join their construction law team. If your qualifications and experience align with the requirements below, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities include :

  • Opening and maintaining files, ensuring policies and procedures are followed per organizational guidelines, running conflict searches, maintaining calendars and bring forwards, and preparing routine correspondence.
  • Scheduling trial dates, discoveries, meetings, and conferences while confirming dates with all involved parties as required.
  • Assisting with the preparation of document binders, lists of documents, notices of applications, and pleadings.
  • Arranging for service of court documents.
  • Filing court documents via BC Online, agent, and in-person.
  • Tracking deadlines to ensure compliance with court limitations.
  • Providing administrative support and preparing monthly invoices.
  • Preparing materials for administrative hearings.
  • Reviewing and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.
  • Electronically organizing and maintaining files.
  • Conducting BC Online, LTO, and corporate searches.
  • Arranging for expense reimbursements.
  • Coordinating documents for trust disbursements.

Qualifications and skills required :

  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in civil litigation (experience in construction litigation is an asset).
  • Successful completion of a post-secondary LAA program or equivalent practical experience.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of BC Supreme Court Civil Rules, court practices, procedures, and filing deadlines.
  • Exceptional time management, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to handle pressure, multitask, and meet deadlines accurately.
  • A client-centered approach and commitment to providing outstanding service.
  • Strong work ethic, ability to work independently, take initiative, and demonstrate resourcefulness.
  • Availability to work overtime if required.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows (intermediate level).
  • Proficient knowledge in Adobe, including OCR, text searching, editing, redacting, and hyperlinking PDF documents.
  • Experience with BC Online, BC Registries, and MyLTSA.
  • Familiarity with iManage is considered an asset.
  • A willingness to embrace advanced technologies and adapt to new tools effectively.

Our client offers :

  • Comprehensive group benefits, including extended health, vision, and dental coverage.
  • Long-term disability insurance.
  • Parental leave top-up program.
  • Professional development and education reimbursement.
  • Vacation and paid sick time.
  • Matching Group RRSP plan.
  • Health and wellness allowance.
  • Social events within a fun and friendly environment.

About Arlyn Recruiting and How to Apply

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