Legal Assistant

Synectics Inc.; Vernon; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Vernon, BC is seeking a capable Legal Assistant to support lawyers and paralegals. You will manage files from opening through resolution, draft pleadings and other documents, and coordinate court dates and examinations for discovery.

A diploma in legal assisting is required, with strong organization and communication skills. Relocation to Vernon is welcome; familiarity with motor vehicle accident claims is an asset, and you will maintain confidential client files and support

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant.
• Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma from a recognized institution.
• Knowledge of court rules, procedures, and processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attention to detail.
• Motor vehicle accident claims experience is an asset.
• Must live in Vernon or be willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal files from opening through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate court dates, trials, examinations for discovery, and appointments.
• Track deadlines, maintain court diaries, and manage bring-forward systems.
• Review correspondence and support lawyers and paralegals with daily workflow.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential client files.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma

Job description

• Manage legal files from opening through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate court dates, trials, examinations for discovery, and appointments.
• Track deadlines, maintain court diaries, and manage bring-forward systems.
• Review correspondence and support lawyers and paralegals with daily workflow.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential client files.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal files from opening through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate court dates, trials, examinations for discovery, and appointments.
• Track deadlines, maintain court diaries, and manage bring-forward systems.
• Review correspondence and support lawyers and paralegals with daily workflow.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential client files.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant.
• Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma from a recognized institution.
• Knowledge of court rules, procedures, and processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attention to detail.
• Motor vehicle accident claims experience is an asset.
• Must live in Vernon or be willing to relocate.