Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) – Strata Litigation

BCLMA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Bonuses

Social events

Vacation & sick days

Wellness subsidy

Transit subsidy

Great work environment

Job summary

BBU Law, a boutique firm in downtown Vancouver, seeks a Legal Administrative Assistant to support lawyers with court filings, drafting documents, and organizing strata files. This full-time, in-office role offers growth in a fast-paced strata litigation setting.

The position requires a graduate of an accredited program, 1–2 years in a law firm, and strong English communication. Flexible work arrangements may develop over time.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program.
• 1–2 years of experience in a fast-paced law firm.
• Familiarity with strata law, debt collection, or litigation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• File opening and closing.
• Conduct conflict checks and online searches.
• Draft and organize basic pleadings, application materials, affidavits, and binders.
• File legal documents via CSO and CRT portal.
• Format legal correspondence, opinions, and letters accurately.
• Manage BF system to track dates, appearances, and LTSA filings.
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic files.
• Calendar management.
• Other duties as directed.

Skills

English communication

Education

Legal Administrative Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) - Strata Litigation

Position Overview

BBU Law is a boutique law firm situated in downtown Vancouver. We represent clients on a broad spectrum of legal issues, primarily litigation and dispute resolution, with an emphasis on strata property law.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking an organized Legal Administrative Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will support lawyers by managing court filings, drafting legal documents, and organizing strata-specific files. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to grow their litigation career in a specialized, fast-paced field.

This is a permanent full-time (35 hours per week), in-office position at our Vancouver office, with the possibility of flexible work arrangements in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• File opening and closing
• Conduct conflict checks and online searches
• Draft and organize basic pleadings, application materials, affidavits, and binders
• File legal documents via Court Services Online (CSO) and the CRT portal
• Format legal correspondence, opinions, and letters accurately.
• Manage a BF system to track critical limitation dates, court appearances, and BC Land Title filings.
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic files
• Calendar management
• Other duties as directed

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program
• 1-2 years’ experience working in a fast-paced law firm
• Prior exposure to strata law, debt collection, or litigation an asset
• Working knowledge of BC Court Services Online (CSO) and LTSA
• Familiarity with the BC Strata Property Act, BC Supreme Court rules,and CRT rules
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt to shifting priorities, and meet tight deadlines.

The Extras

In addition to a competitive salary of $55,000 - $65,000, we offer a number of benefits designed to support your well-being and promote a healthy work-life balance. This includes:

• Benefits package: Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family, including access to our employee assistance program (EAP)
• Recognition: Opportunity for performance-based bonuses
• Social events: Regular in office socials, off-site events, and more opportunities to connect
• Time off: a generous vacation allowance and up to 8 sick days per year
• Wellness: A flexible annual wellness subsidy
• Transit Subsidy: We provide a transit pass subsidy for those commuting to work
• Great work environment: Our office space downtown has a great vibe and offers access to the city centre with transit, restaurants, scenic walking routes and shopping close by

We welcome the opportunity to meet qualified candidates seeking to join our team. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.