Legal Administrative Assistant - Wills and Estates / Corporate

BCLMA; Surrey; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

On-site parking

Paid time off

Vision care

Job summary

KSW Lawyers in Surrey, BC is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant with a focus on trusts and estate administration. You will assist with estate transactions from start to finish, handle wills, and manage filing and billing processes in a busy practice.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. In-person work with a supportive team and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Trusts and estate administration.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with estate transactions from start to finish.
• Handle wills with care and accuracy.
• Maintain BF system and filing workflow.
• Update and scan file materials and perform admin tasks.
• Prepare monthly billing statements.
• Support drafting estate planning documents and correspondence.
• Help with additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Organized

Attention to detail

Trusts & estate administration

Education

Legal Administrative Certificate/Diploma

Job description

What to expect:

• Assist with estate transactions from start to finish
• Comfortable handling wills
• Maintain a BF system
• Updating and scanning file materials and other administrative work
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Trust and Estate Administration
• Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative
• Assist with drafting various estate planning documents and correspondence as required
• Prepare monthly billing statements
• Ability to support the completion of additional tasks as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Who we are looking for:

• A well organized individual with strong attention to detail
• Someone who has experience with Trusts and estate administration
• A person who has completed their Legal Administrative Certificate/Diploma

Why you'll want to join our team:

Our highly competitive compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive benefits package
• A welcoming, supportive and loyal culture
• Abundant opportunity for growth and personal development

About us

KSW Lawyers was founded in 1973 and primarily served clients in Surrey and the surrounding areas involved in matters of business law and real estate. Today, we maintain office locations in Surrey, South Surrey/White Rock, and Abbotsford and our lawyers serve clients throughout the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland. Our firm is well known among the various industries in which we operate for our professionalism, integrity and diligent representation.

Pay is based on years of experience, program knowledge, education and practical knowledge of the practice area.

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Experience:

• Legal Administrative Assistant: 2 years (required)

Work Location:

In person