Legal Administrative Assistant Full Time

Lindsay Kenney LLP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Vancouver is seeking a Full-Time Permanent General Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant. The role involves managing files, drafting documents, and supporting lawyers in a busy environment. The firm offers a collaborative culture, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits, including health care spending accounts and RRSP matching.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual Health Care Spending Account

RRSP matching after 1 year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Opportunities for personal growth

Generous vacation allotment

Fitness and wellness allowances

On-site fitness centers

Supportive culture

Potential remote working arrangements

Qualifications

• At least 2 years previous administrative experience.
• Previous experience in a law firm an asset.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing files, drafting correspondence.
• Acting as a liaison between client, lawyer, and opposing counsel.
• Managing time entry, expense reports, and monthly billing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

General Litigation LAA

Who we are:

Lindsay Kenney LLP is one of Western Canada’s largest full service law firms with locations conveniently located in downtown Vancouver, and Langley. After 45 years in the business, our success continues to be fueled by the talent, ambition and expertise of our amazing team.

Why it is great to work at LK Law:

Lindsay Kenney LLP offers our team members a dynamic, collaborative and family-focused environment. In addition to a competitive base salary, we provide:

• A comprehensive benefits package – LK Law pays for 100% of the benefit premiums
• Annual Health Care Spending Account
• RRSP matching after 1 year of employment
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Amazing opportunities for personal growth and development
• A generous vacation allotment
• Personal days
• Fitness and wellness allowances
• On-site fitness centers
• A supportive, engaging, tight-knit culture
• Potential remote working arrangements

What you can expect:

We currently have an opening in our Vancouver office for a Full-Time Permanent General Litigation LAA in our busy general litigation department. This role requires an individual who is organized, effective at multi-tasking, detail oriented, with strong communication and people skills.

Depending on experience and knowledge, the core responsibilities of the role will be, but not limited to:

Opening and closing files

Drafting correspondence

Acting as a liaison between client, lawyer and opposing counsel

Requesting medical and employment records, as well as other document requests

Electronic filing of documents

Managing time entry, expense reports, monthly billing and reporting to clients

Basic accounting (paying disbursements and invoicing)

Organizing files, binders, client documents and other file related materials

Maintaining a bring forward system

Organizing the calendar of the assigned lawyer(s), booking appointments, trials and discoveries

Preparing List of Documents

Other administrative tasks as required

What we are looking for:

Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate from a recognized program

At least 2 years previous administrative experience

Previous experience in a law firm an asset

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent computer skills (MS Word and Outlook)

Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast paced environment

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Compensation:

The typical salary range for this position is $57,000-$63,000 per year. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related skills/knowledge, experience, and internal and market equity.

Please send your resume with “General Litigation LAA” in the subject line, along with a cover letter stating salary expectations to . We thank all applicants for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.