Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

W3Global; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Kamloops is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant for their Litigation department. This role involves drafting legal documents, scheduling court dates, and managing client files, requiring a strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of experience in litigation and knowledge of BC court procedures.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience working in litigation.
• Completion of a Legal Assistant program or equivalent education.
• Thorough knowledge of BC court rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal correspondence and documents.
• Schedule court dates, mediations, and trials.
• Manage lawyers' calendars and client files.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Legal Assistant program

Job description

Location: Kamloops, BC

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description

Our client is one of the most diverse law firms in the interior of BC. Their team of successful lawyers provide a full range of legal services in a variety of legal areas.

They have an exciting opportunity for a legal administrative assistant in our Litigation department.

Duties of this role include but are not limited to:

Drafting correspondence and legal documents

Scheduling examinations, applications, court dates, mediations, and trials

Preparing bills and invoices

Managing bring-forward system and ensuring deadlines are met

Collaborating with colleagues and clients on file progress

Communicating with clients

Reviewing and organizing medical briefs

Managing files through all stages of the legal process

Maintaining client files

Managing lawyers' calendars

Scheduling meetings and appointments

Making travel arrangements and reservations

Requirements

Other administrative tasks as required

A minimum of 2-4 years of progressive experience working in litigation

Completion of a Legal Assistant program, or a combination of equivalent education and experience

Thorough knowledge of BC court rules and procedures

Superb communication skills with proven ability to interact tactfully and be personable

High level of attention to detail and accuracy

Organized, and able to manage and anticipate competing priorities

Have excellent time management and organizational skills and the ability to work independently