Legal Assistant - Litigation

Clark Wilson LLP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Litigation-focused Legal Assistant to join their team in Vancouver. The role involves providing administrative and litigation support to lawyers across various practice areas, including business litigation and family law. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a background in civil litigation processes. This position offers a competitive salary and valuable benefits to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Health coverage for you and your family

RRSP matching program

Pregnancy and parental leave benefits

Health and Wellness Spending Account

Long service bonus

Weekly socials and team-building events

Professional Growth Opportunities

Generous vacation and personal days

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of civil litigation processes across various practice areas.
• Experience managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Familiarity with legal documents, terminology, and procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing litigation support across multiple practices.
• Assist with matters at all three levels of court in BC.
• Submitting court filings and organizing chambers records.

Skills

Strong understanding of civil litigation processes

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Discretion in handling confidential information

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program

Prior experience in a similar role

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Document management systems

Job description

Overview

Clark Wilson LLP is hiring a litigation-focused Legal Assistant to join our Litigation Practice. This role works closely with all practice areas of the Litigation team on a daily basis, reporting to the Manager of LSS. The position provides administrative support to multiple lawyers and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Providing litigation support across multiple practices including business litigation, wills and estates, and family law
• Assist with matters at all three levels of court in BC: Provincial Court (BCPC), Supreme Court (BCSC) and Court of Appeal (BCCA)
• Navigate diverse court rules and procedures including the unique requirements of appellate practice
• Providing administrative assistance to assigned lawyers within the Litigation team, including but not limited to:
  • Setting court dates, discoveries, mediations, and meetings with clients
  • Arranging court filings and organizing and assembling chambers records
  • Preparing and drafting various correspondence and documents, including court pleadings
  • Monitoring email
  • Providing assistance with monthly billing
  • Calendar management and related systems
  • General administrative duties as required
  • Document management and organization
  • Client communication

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of civil litigation processes across various practice areas
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional phone etiquette
• Proficiency in using productivity tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document management systems
• Familiarity with legal documents, terminology, and procedures is preferred
• Discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with utmost professionalism
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and proofreading
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and be resourceful in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and work assignments
• Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program or relevant experience
• Prior experience as a legal administrative assistant or in a similar administrative support role within a law firm or professional services environment

Benefits

Salary range: $55,000 to $70,000. We offer a range of benefits to support work-life balance at Clark Wilson:

• Benefits: Health coverage for you and your family, including overseas emergency medical care, prescriptions, vision care, dental care, paramedical services, life insurance and hospital accommodation.
• Retirement Planning: RRSP matching program.
• Additional pregnancy/parental leave benefits: Pregnancy and parental leave top off to 100% for a portion of the leave.
• Health and Wellness Spending Account: Funds for items that support your well-being, as appropriate.
• Recognition: Long service bonus to celebrate work anniversaries.
• Social Events: Weekly socials on Fridays and other team-building events.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Resources available to invest in your personal growth and goals.
• Employee Referral: Generous referral bonuses.
• Community: Opportunities to give back to the community through firm initiatives.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and personal days, plus an anniversary bonus day.

How to Apply

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