Job description
We are a busy, fast-paced West Vancouver general practice, with a very heavy emphasis on family law. We are seeking a junior to intermediate legal assistant/legal administrative assistant for a part time, permanent position. The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communications skills; the ability to prioritize a high volume of tasks and to re-prioritize as needed; and work within a team environment.
Responsibilities will include:
- setting court dates, mediations, discoveries, and hearings;
- arranging court filings and applications;
- preparing and drafting various correspondence and documents, including court pleadings;
- maintaining an efficient file management and bring forward system, including tracking deadlines, court dates, and limitation dates;
- maintaining a full calendar, email management and managing lawyers’ practice;
- regular billing;
- general administrative duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- graduate of an accredited Legal Assistant or Legal Administrative Assistant program or relevant experience;
- a minimum of 1 year of experience as Legal Assistant or Legal Administrative Assistant, and preferably experience in area of Family Law;
- familiarity with the family law registry, both provincial and supreme;
- familiarity with BC Supreme Court Civil Rules and BC Supreme Court Family Rules;
- strong technical skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Divorce Mate, Adobe, BC Online, myLTSA; and Juricert.
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 16-20 per week
Salary: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Experience:
- Legal Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
