Legal Assistant - Strata Litigation

Clark Wilson LLP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

RRSP matching

Parental leave

Wellness spending account

Long service bonus

Social events

Career growth

Employee referrals

Community involvement

Job summary

Clark Wilson LLP in Vancouver seeks a Legal Assistant to join our Stratateam on a full‑time, permanent basis. The role emphasizes growth and professional development within an inclusive culture and requires litigation administrative experience and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities include calendaring, court filings, drafting correspondence, and coordinating with lawyers, paralegals, and clients to keep matters progressing smoothly. We value service excellence and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited legal assistant program or relevant experience.
• Minimum of 1 year as a litigation legal administrative assistant; strata experience is a plus.
• Strong technical skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, BC Online, MYLTSA.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize high volume tasks and competing priorities.
• Client‑centered with commitment to outstanding service; follows deadlines.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling files.

Responsibilities

• Set court dates and communicate with registries.
• Arrange court and tribunal filings and applications.
• Prepare and draft various correspondence.
• Maintain efficient file management and bring forward system.
• Manage full calendar, email, and lawyers' practice.
• Coordinate with paralegals, lawyers, and clients on file progress.
• Perform general administrative duties as required.

Skills

Litigation admin support

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

BC Online

MYLTSA

Communication

Organization

Education

Accredited legal assistant program

Tools

BC Online

MYLTSA

Adobe

Job description

Who We Are

Clark Wilson LLP is a leading, innovative law firm in British Columbia. For over 100 years, we’ve proudly advised clients on a comprehensive range of legal issues, and with over 200 professionals serving some of the most recognizable brands in the world, we’ve built a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and excellence.

As leaders in our markets, we continue to grow by fostering strong relationships, delivering exceptional service, and empowering our people to succeed. We are consistently recognized for our professional achievements, and we take pride in creating a workplace where people enjoy coming to work every day.

How You’ll Help Us Better Serve Our Clients

Clark Wilson LLP seeks a Legal Assistant to join our Stratateam. This is a full‑time, permanent position and is ideal for individuals eager for growth and success. Be part of a firm that values an inclusive working atmosphere and prioritizes professional development. The candidate should have litigation experience, exceptional organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.

What You’ll Be Doing

• setting court dates and communicating with registries;
• arranging court and tribunal filings and applications;
• preparing and drafting various correspondence;
• maintaining an efficient file management and bring forward system;
• maintaining full calendar, email management and managing lawyers’ practice;
• liaising with legal assistants, paralegals, other lawyers and clients on file progress; and
• general administrative duties as required.

We recognize that experience can come in different forms. If this opportunity interests you but you don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

How You’ll Be a Great Fit for This Role

• graduate of an accredited legal assistant program or relevant experience;
• a minimum of 1 year of experience as a litigation legal administrative assistant, working in the area of strata an asset;
• strong technical skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, BC Online, and MYLTSA;
• excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
• the ability to prioritize a high volume of tasks and competing priorities;
• a client-centered approach with the commitment to providing outstanding service;
• the ability to follow instructions and adhere to strict deadlines;
• dedicated to providing service beyond expectation; and
• the ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality.

The Exciting Extras

In addition to a competitive salary from $60,000to$75,000, we offer a range of benefits to ensure you are set up to thrive in a healthy 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 so that you can spend quality, worry‑free time with your family.

Health and Wellness Spending Account:

Health and Wellness Spending account to pay for items that will help you with your unique needs: an exercise bike, swimming lessons, or your pets’ vet bills. It’s up to you.

Recognition:

Long service bonus to help celebrate your work anniversaries.

Social Events:

Socials every Friday, off‑site social events, employee appreciation week, team building events and more.

Professional Growth Opportunities:

Resources available to invest in your personal growth and help you achieve your goals.

Employee Referral:

Generous monetary amount for any employee referral.

Community:

Opportunities to give back to your community through firm initiatives.

Paid Time Off:

Generous vacation and bonus days. We also offer five personal days to assist with whatever life throws at you and one bonus day off to celebrate your work anniversary.

Clark Wilson is an equal‑opportunity employer and advocate. This is not a statement we take lightly; it is part of who we are. We don’t just celebrate diversity, we rely on it to cultivate our culture, provide new perspectives, and grow our collective wisdom.

If you’d like to discover a little more about Clark Wilson and what it’s like to work with us, visit our Careers page.

We thank all applicants for their submissions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.