Legal Administrative Assistant - Bankruptcy and Insolvency

Strive Recruitment Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

STRIVE Recruitment Inc. in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant for a leading Canadian law firm’s Bankruptcy & Insolvency group.

This in-office, full-time role requires a highly organized professional who can manage competing priorities with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting. The candidate should have at least five years in BC litigation, strong knowledge of court rules, and proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and document-management tools.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant program or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Legal Assistant within a BC 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.

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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proofreading

Organization

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Legal Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Document management software

Job description

ABOUT US

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.

This is a full-time, permanent, in-office position suited to a highly organized and 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.

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