Legal Assistant

Altis Technology; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis Technology in Vancouver, BC, seeks a Legal Assistant to support a busy Labour and Employment practice. This full-time role requires strong BC litigation experience and ownership of files, with on-site work for 36 months followed by a hybrid schedule (up to 2 days remote, 3 days in-office per week).

The role offers a salary of $55,000–$75,000 CAD and exposure to litigation matters, with opportunities for mentorship, professional development and long-term growth within the firm.

Qualifications

• Strong BC litigation experience and familiarity with BC Supreme Court Civil Rules

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files from opening through closing, monitoring deadlines and milestones
• Prepare, revise and proofread pleadings, affidavits, court forms and correspondence
• Coordinate discoveries, mediations, arbitrations, hearings and trials, including briefs and authorities
• File and serve court documents, ensuring BC Supreme Court procedures are followed
• Manage lawyer calendars, appointments and correspondence, following up on priorities
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court registries and experts
• Support monthly billing, time entry and engagement documentation

Skills

Litigation

BC Rules

Document prep

Deadline management

Communication

Client service

Billing support

Proactive mindset

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: Vancouver, BC, On-site during the first 36 months, then hybrid with up to 2 days wfh and 3 days in office per week
Language: English, strong written and verbal communication required
Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check and 2 professional references required

About the Opportunity

A well-established and growing regional law firm in British Columbia is seeking a Legal Assistant to support a busy Labour and Employment practice. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for someone with strong BC litigation experience who enjoys taking ownership of files and staying ahead of deadlines.

You will work closely with lawyers, clients and external stakeholders across employment and labour litigation matters. Experience specifically within Labour and Employment is welcomed but not essential, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to bring experience from commercial, insurance defence, construction, estate or general civil litigation into a new practice area.

Whats In It for You

You will join a collegial, team-oriented firm that values mentorship, professional development and long-term growth. The role offers a salary of $55,000$75,000, meaningful exposure to litigation matters and the opportunity to build your expertise within Labour and Employment law, with hybrid flexibility available following the initial on-site period.

Your Responsibilities

• Youll manage litigation files from opening through closing, proactively monitoring deadlines, limitation dates and key milestones
• Youll prepare, revise and proofread pleadings, affidavits, court forms, correspondence and other legal documents
• Youll coordinate discoveries, mediations, arbitrations, hearings and trials, including preparing document briefs and books of authorities
• Youll file and serve court documents while ensuring compliance with BC Supreme Court procedures
• Youll manage lawyer calendars, appointments and incoming correspondence, anticipating priorities and following up on outstanding items
• Youll communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court registries, experts and other stakeholders
• Youll support monthly billing, time entry, expenses, engagement documentation and file-opening processes

Skills and Qualifications

• 23+ years of recent Legal Assistant experience, ideally supporting a BC litigation practice
• Strong knowledge of BC Supreme Court Civil Rules, filing requirements and litigation procedures
• Hands-on experience with file management, discoveries and trial preparation
• Labour and Employment experience is an asset, with other civil litigation backgrounds welcomed
• Strong document preparation, proofreading, organization and deadline-management skills
• A proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate lawyer and file needs rather than relying solely on assigned tasks
• Strong communication skills, sound judgment and a client-focused approach

Note from the Hiring Manager

Were looking for someone who understands litigation, takes real ownership of their files and thinks ahead. Labour and Employment experience is great, but were equally interested in someone with a strong litigation foundation who is excited to learn the practice.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.