Legal Assistant - Commercial Litigation Job at Hunter West

Hunter West Vancouver, BC

New year, new you!

If you're looking for a new challenge, and want to work with a vibrant and collaborative firm, please consider this opportunity. On behalf of our client, a thriving local law firm, we seek a commercial litigation Legal Assistant. The successful hire for this position will have 5+ years of experience in a Canadian law firm, as well as a certificate or diploma from a local school.

Responsibilities:
  • Manage and maintain bring forward system for tasks and appointments
  • Organize meetings and schedule discoveries, trials, and other court dates
  • Prepare application records
  • Liaise with others regarding file progress
  • Conduct searches
  • Draft and transcribe legal documents, basic pleadings and correspondence
  • Keep files up to date
  • Prepare monthly accounts
  • Other administrative duties as required

Requirements:
  • Completion of a Canadian Legal Administrative Assistant program
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant with a Canadian law firm
  • A thorough understanding of civil litigation rules and procedures
  • Advanced technical and computer skills with Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Keyboarding at a minimum or 60wpm
  • Excellent spelling, grammar and proofreading skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High level organizational skills with a strong attention to detail

For more information or to be considered for this opportunity, apply today. All applications are received in confidence.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Please note that we are only able to respond to those who are selected for interview. Please also note that all applicants must be eligible to work in Canada, and offers of employment may be conditional on background checks.

We encourage you to visit us frequently at www.hunterwest.ca as our list of opportunities is updated regularly.



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