Wills & Estates Legal Assistant

WizeHire, Inc; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern law office in Vancouver is seeking a detail-oriented individual to manage client intake and prepare legal documents. Excellent interpersonal skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. Join a passionate team of legal professionals committed to providing high-quality services. Salary ranges from $60,000 to $65,000 yearly.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are necessary.
• Ability to write courteous and informative emails is essential.
• Experience at a law firm or notary office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client intake and manage files.
• Prepare wills and estate planning documents.
• Follow up with Court Registry and manage invoices.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Positive and proactive attitude

Job description

A non-exhaustive list of tasks to expect is as follows:

• Client Intake
• Opening files
• Receipt of Client Instructions
• Preparation of Wills and other Estate Planning Documents
• Preparation of Court Filings for Probate and Estate Administration
• Following up with the Court Registry
• Generating invoices and posting transactions in accounting software

Responsibilities

• Be highly organized and methodical
• Take an interest in reading and studying material
• Be prompt and courteous toward staff and clients
• Take work seriously and "own your work"
• Adhere to solicitor and client privilege (confidentiality)
• Write courteous and informative emails
• Ordering couriers, preparing mail, and packages going out

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills are required for this position
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically MS Word and Outlook, is essential
• Familiarity with Unity Law and eConveyance is preferred, but not mandatory
• Some job experience working at a law firm or notary office is ideal, but not required
• A positive and proactive attitude is highly valued

Compensation

$60,000 - $65,000 yearly

Logica Law is a beautiful modern law office located on the Yaletown side of False Creek. It is comprised of ten (10) lawyers and six (6) staff. We are energetic and passionate about what we do, and we work in a team environment.