Legal Assistant - Litigation

Aird & Berlis LLP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join their Vancouver office. This role focuses on supporting a team of lawyers specializing in Aboriginal/Indigenous law. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. With a commitment to fostering strong relationships and providing top-notch client service, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful legal work. Join a supportive team that values professional growth and community involvement while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Competitive compensation

Family-oriented firm culture

Community involvement

Mentorship program

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience as a Legal Assistant.
• Strong professional writing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations for a team of lawyers representing Indigenous clients.
• Prepare and edit various legal documents and correspondence.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Problem Solving

Good Judgement

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Resourcefulness

Attention to Detail

Education

Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Program

Job description

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Who We Are

Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto’s and Vancouver’s financial district, across from Union Station. With over 220 lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally.

Who We Are

Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto’s and Vancouver’s financial district, across from Union Station. With over 220 lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally.

What We Believe In

The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis LLP community feel valued, respected and supported. We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other, the work we produce and the client service we provide. We go to great lengths to foster a professional, supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things: client service, your career and your life.

What We Are Looking For

Aird & Berlis LLP is looking for a Legal Assistant in our Vancouver office, to support a group of lawyers with a primary focus on Aboriginal/Indigenous law. The successful candidate should have experience supporting solicitors and litigation lawyers. The ideal candidate should be resourceful, have strong attention to detail, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and value strong working relationships with colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage the daily operation of a team of lawyers who represent Indigenous clients with a primary practice focus in Aboriginal/Indigenous Law, environmental law, and natural resources law.
• Complex calendar management, including, overseeing meeting requests and coordinating with Indigenous clients with respect to booking calls and meetings
• Prepare, edit, and complete various types of correspondence, documentation, and related materials as well as documents for submission to Regulatory Boards and Tribunals
• Assist with the finalization of various litigation materials for all court levels including BC courts, the Federal Court of Canada, and the Supreme Court of Canada
• Prepare documents for Regulatory Boards and Tribunals
• Assist with file organization and general practice management (e.g., saving notes, file naming, etc.)
• Booking travel and accommodation for client meetings as required
• Communicate professionally with all internal and external clients, court staff and lawyers’ offices
• Handle daily administrative details
• Manage duties related to accounting (dockets, bills, expenses, etc.)
• Produce the highest quality of work
• Accountable for all work assigned
• Take initiative
• Confidential
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum of five years’ previous experience as a Legal Assistant, with experience in Litigation considered an asset
• Successful completion of a related post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
• Strong professional writing skills
• Some knowledge of procedures related to Regulatory Bodies, Tribunals, and/or the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules
• Knowledge of and/or interest in Aboriginal/Indigenous Law or environmental would be considered an asset
• Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands
  
  

Skills

• Microsoft 365 suite of applications
• Ability to problem solve
• Good judgement and decision making
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Detailed
  
  

Compensation

Thesalary range for this position is $60,000- $80,000 annually; the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal and market equity.

Why You Should Apply

• Opportunities for growth and on the job training and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• We pride ourselves on being a mid-sized firm with a family feel
• Active involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteer
• Mentor program
• Wellness programs
  
  

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal background check.

We will review applications as they are received and all applications will be kept on file. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Aird & Berlis LLP is committed to providing equal access to employment. If you require accommodation, please contact [e-mail] and we will work with you to provide accessibility support.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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