Litigation Administrative Assistant — Flexible Growth

BC Legal Management Association; Surrey; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan after two years

Professional development allowance

Generous vacation

Paid sick and personal days

Retail discounts at Central City

Job summary

McQuarrie Hunter LLP in Surrey is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support filing, correspondence, discovery scheduling, and client communications. The role requires organization, attention to detail, and experience in litigation procedures.

The position offers a competitive salary range and benefits, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive team environment located in a growing business community.

Qualifications

• A Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of working experience as an LAA.
• Knowledge of BC litigation processes and court procedures.
• Proficient with MS Word and Outlook.
• Solid understanding of litigation procedures, court filing, and service procedures.

Responsibilities

• Opening, organizing, and closing files
• Drafting and sending correspondence, authorizations, and discovery appointments
• Managing intake of documents and file-related materials and updating binders
• Preparing litigation documents and pleadings, including application records and Briefs of Authorities
• Scheduling mediations, XFDs, trials, client meetings, and maintaining electronic calendars
• Maintaining a BF and limitation system
• Frequent communication with opposing counsel, adjusters, and clients
• Preparing and processing client invoices, client collections, and follow-up
• Other administrative tasks as needed

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent time management

Excellent verbal and written communic

Education

Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

McQuarrie Hunter LLP in Surrey is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support filing, correspondence, discovery scheduling, and client communications. The role requires organization, attention to detail, and experience in litigation procedures.

The position offers a competitive salary range and benefits, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive team environment located in a growing business community.