Legal Administrative Assistant

STRIVE Recruitment Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

STRIVE Recruitment Inc. represents a leading full-service Canadian law firm seeking an accomplished Litigation Legal Assistant to join its Bankruptcy & Insolvency group in Vancouver.

This full-time, permanent position requires superb organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision. You will edit and format legal documents, file with BC courts, assist with trial prep, manage calendars, and support billing.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years as a Legal Assistant in a BC litigation practice.
• Exposure to bankruptcy and insolvency law is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of BC Supreme Court Civil Rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Edit, format, and proofread legal correspondence and documents, including pleadings and affidavits.
• Prepare and file documents with BC courts in line with procedures and deadlines.
• Assist with trial and hearing prep, including briefs and exhibits.
• Open/close files and maintain accurate digital records.
• Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, hearings, and deadlines.
• Assist with billing and follow up on outstanding accounts.

Skills

Legal Administrative

Proofreading

Court Procedures

Education

Legal Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Document Management Software

Job description

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing Operations, and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.

THE ROLE

Our client is a leading full-service Canadian law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its Bankruptcy & Insolvency group in Vancouver. They have more than 350 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the Globe and Mail, they are the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, they have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.

This is a full-time, permanent position for a highly organized, detail-oriented legal professional who can manage competing priorities, work with minimal supervision, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to lawyers working on complex bankruptcy, insolvency, and litigation matters.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Edit, format, and proofread legal correspondence and documents, including pleadings, affidavits, and court forms.
• Prepare and file documents with the courts in accordance with British Columbia procedures and deadlines.
• Assist with trial and hearing preparation, including compiling briefs and organizing exhibits.
• Open and close files and maintain accurate, organized digital records.
• Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, schedule hearings, and monitor important deadlines.
• Assist with billing and follow up on outstanding accounts as required.
• Complete administrative duties such as copying, scanning, document preparation, and correspondence.
• Provide additional administrative and clerical support as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant program or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of five years of experience as a Legal Assistant within a British Columbia litigation practice.
• Experience or familiarity with bankruptcy and insolvency law is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules and litigation procedures.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and document-management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong proofreading, spelling, and grammar abilities.
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions, exercise sound judgment, and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• A collaborative, client-focused approach and commitment to providing excellent service to internal and external clients.