Legal Administrative Assistant - Business Litigation Group

Clark Wilson LLP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Vancouver, Clark Wilson LLP, is seeking a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to join their Business Litigation practice. The successful candidate will support lawyers with extensive litigation experience, manage court systems and maintain files, all while contributing to a collaborative work environment centered around professional development and client service.

Benefits

Health coverage for you and your family

RRSP matching program

Generous vacation and bonus days

Health and Wellness Spending Account

Long service bonus for anniversaries

Qualifications

• Substantial litigation experience is essential.
• At least 3 years of recent experience as a litigation Legal Administrative Assistant.
• Solid understanding of BC civil litigation practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Setting court dates, discoveries, and communicating with registries.
• Preparing and drafting various court documents.
• Maintaining an efficient file management and calendar system.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client-centered approach

Education

Graduate of accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe

BC Online

Job description

Clark Wilson LLP is Hiring a Legal Administrative Assistant

How You'll Help Us Better Serve Our Clients

Clark Wilson LLP is seeking a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to join our growing Business Litigation practice group. This full-time, permanent position is ideal for individuals eager for growth and success. Be part of a firm that values an inclusive working atmosphere and prioritizes professional development. The ideal candidate would have substantial litigation experience, exceptional organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.

What You’ll Be Doing

• setting court dates, discoveries and communicating with registries;
• arranging court filings and applications;
• preparing and drafting various correspondence and documents, including court pleadings;
• maintaining an efficient file management and bring-forward system;
• maintaining a full calendar, email management and managing lawyers’ practice;
• liaising with legal assistants, paralegals, other lawyers and clients on file progress; and
• general administrative duties as required.
  
  

How You’ll Be a Great Fit for This Role

• graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program or relevant experience;
• at least 3 years of recent experience as a litigation Legal Administrative Assistant, working in the area of business litigation, an asset;
• solid understanding of BC civil litigation practices and procedures;
• very familiar with the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules;
• strong technical skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, and BC Online;
• excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
• the ability to prioritize a high volume of tasks and competing priorities;
• a client-centered approach with a commitment to providing outstanding service;
• the ability to follow instructions and adhere to strict deadlines;
• dedicated to providing service beyond expectation; and
• the ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality and to adapt to changing demands.
  
  

The Exciting Extras

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary range of $58,000 to $68,000, we offer a range of benefits to ensure you are set up to thrive in a healthy work-life balance at Clark Wilson:

Benefits: Health coverage for you and your family, including overseas emergency medical care, prescriptions, vision care, dental care, paramedical services, life insurance, and hospital accommodation.

Retirement Planning: RRSP matching program.

Additional pregnancy/Parental Leave Benefits: Pregnancy and parental leave top off to 100% for a portion of the leave so that you can spend quality, worry-free time with your family.

Health and Wellness Spending Account: Health and Wellness Spending account to pay for items that will help you with your unique needs: an exercise bike, swimming lessons, or your pets’ vet bills. It’s up to you.

Recognition: Long service bonus to help celebrate your work anniversaries.

Social Events: Socials every Friday, off-site social events, employee appreciation week, team building events and more.

Professional Growth Opportunities: Resources available to invest in your personal growth and help you achieve your goals.

Employee Referral: Generous monetary amount for any employee referral.

Community: Opportunities to give back to your community through firm initiatives.

Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and bonus days. We also offer five personal days to assist with whatever life throws at you and one bonus day off to celebrate your work anniversary.

Who We Are

Clark Wilson is a rapidly growing regional law firm focused on providing the best possible service for our clients. We’re consistently recognized by the media and business community for our professional excellence.

Our team consists of over 240 professionals serving some of the most recognizable brands in the world. Together, we’ve created a special culture that we’d love to share with you.

How to Apply

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Clark Wilson is an equal-opportunity employer and advocate. This is not a statement we take lightly; it is part of who we are. We don’t just celebrate diversity, we rely on it to cultivate our culture, provide new perspectives, and grow our collective wisdom.

If you’d like to discover a little more about Clark Wilson and what it’s like to work with us, click here to visit our careers page.

We thank all applicants for their submissions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.