Litigation Legal Assistant - Hybrid Work & Growth

Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers LLP; Vernon; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to recharge: vacation & sick days

Health benefits & HSA

Continuing education opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Social events

North Okanagan lifestyle

Job summary

Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers LLP in Vernon, BC is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to keep matters moving. You will work closely with lawyers, paralegals, and fellow assistants who value initiative and teamwork.

This full-time role offers a collaborative environment, a hybrid work arrangement, and opportunities to contribute to a growing practice while delivering organized files, deadlines, and high-quality support in a fast-paced litigation setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Litigation Legal Assistant.
• Education from a recognized Legal Assistant or Paralegal program.
• Strong understanding of court rules, procedures, and litigation processes.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Confidence working independently, with the judgment to know when to collaborate or ask questions.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach.
• Exceptional attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• A proactive mindset and a willingness to embrace new ideas and better ways of doing things.

Responsibilities

• Managing litigation files from opening through to resolution, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
• Preparing and drafting pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Coordinating court dates, trials, examinations for discovery, independent medical examinations, and appointments.
• Monitoring deadlines, maintaining bring-forward systems, and managing court diaries.
• Reviewing incoming correspondence, preparing responses, and proactively managing workflow.
• Working closely with lawyers and paralegals to anticipate needs, solve problems, and keep matters moving forward.
• Maintaining organized, accurate, and confidential client files.
• Contributing to a team that values collaboration, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Litigation experience

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Legal Assistant program

Paralegal program

Job description

Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers LLP in Vernon, BC is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to keep matters moving. You will work closely with lawyers, paralegals, and fellow assistants who value initiative and teamwork.

This full-time role offers a collaborative environment, a hybrid work arrangement, and opportunities to contribute to a growing practice while delivering organized files, deadlines, and high-quality support in a fast-paced litigation setting.