Legal Assistant, Litigation

Bennett Jones; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett Jones, a leading Canadian law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant in Vancouver. The role requires supporting multiple legal professionals in litigation, managing court documents, and ensuring compliance with procedural rules. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in civil litigation and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in civil litigation.
• Knowledge of BC Supreme Court Rules.
• Service-oriented with a professional work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers with court document filing and drafting.
• Manage court filing deadlines and calendars.
• Organize client files and handle administrative duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ranked a Best Employer in Canada for 23 years, Bennett Jones is one of Canada’s premier business law firms and home to lawyers and business advisors. With deep experience in complex transactions and litigation matters, and offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver and New York, the firm is well equipped to advise businesses and investors with Canadian ventures and connect Canadian businesses and investors with opportunities around the world. Serving clients since , we are proud to be the firm that businesses trust with their most complex legal matters.

We are currently recruiting for the following role in our Vancouver office :

Legal Assistant, Litigation

Essential Functions :

• Attending to coordination of service and filing of court documents at various levels of court
• Assisting lawyers and paralegals with drafting court document forms and BC court filings
• Proofreading draft correspondence and court filings
• Managing court filing deadlines and coordination of hearing dates
• Developing and maintaining filing systems
• Opening and organizing client files including managing limitation periods
• Administrative duties as required such as managing calendars, coordinating meetings and making travel arrangements
• Assisting with client billings and preparing invoices and account letters
• Preparing expense reports
• Maintaining up to date contact information
• Liaising with internal clients (regional and firm-wide), lawyers, and staff on various matters

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a legal assistant supporting multiple legal professionals within a civil litigation environment
• Knowledge of the BC Supreme Court Rules, court practices and procedures
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with MS Office
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; self-motivated with the ability to multi-task
• Impeccable proofreading, grammar skills and attention to detail
• Service oriented, adaptable, reliable and dependable
• Professional work ethic and great attitude
• Maintains confidentiality and discretion
• Exceptional ability to work independently with minimal supervision or within a team environment