Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant (12-Month Term)

Stonebridge Law; Duncan; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Stonebridge Law in Duncan, BC is seeking an experienced real estate legal assistant to handle a residential conveyancing file load in our real estate department. You'll run 20+ residential files a month under lawyer supervision, coordinating with Realtors, lenders and notaries to ensure smooth closings.

Starting a 12-month term with strong potential to become permanent, beginning November 2026, this role emphasizes accuracy, clear communication and a collaborative Cowichan Valley team of about

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of BC residential conveyancing experience at a law firm or notary office.
• Experience handling trust funds in compliance with Law Society of BC rules.
• Strong attention to detail and comfort managing many files with hard deadlines.
• Clear, friendly communication with clients and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Run 20+ residential files a month from opening to final reporting under supervision.
• Handle registration and funds movement on completion days.
• Conveyancing files: sales, purchases and refinances.
• Review contracts of purchase and sale and lender instructions; flag issues.
• Prepare transaction documents and coordinate with realtors, lenders, notaries and opposing counsel.
• Book and prepare client signing appointments; track undertakings and post-closing reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Time management

Multi-file management

Team collaboration

Education

Legal assistant or conveyancing certificate

Tools

Clio

Job description

Stonebridge Law in Duncan, BC is seeking an experienced real estate legal assistant to handle a residential conveyancing file load in our real estate department. You'll run 20+ residential files a month under lawyer supervision, coordinating with Realtors, lenders and notaries to ensure smooth closings.

Starting a 12-month term with strong potential to become permanent, beginning November 2026, this role emphasizes accuracy, clear communication and a collaborative Cowichan Valley team of about