Hiring a Legal Administrative Assistant to work in Leading Labour Law Firm located in Downtown Vancouver

Our client is a leading law firm practicing in union-side labour law, human rights, employment law, professional regulatory law, constitutional law, and public interest litigation. They are seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join their team. Offered is a collegial, down-to-earth environment where staff, clients and the community are valued. Priority is given to the candidate who is a team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to assigned lawyers and other members of firm team
• Open and close files, organize and maintain electronic and paper filing
• Draft and prepare letters, memorandum and submissions as directed by lawyers
• Compile, format and produce books of authorities and documents, applications and submissions
• Coordinate with clients, arbitrators, administrative tribunals and courts to arrange dates for hearings and court proceedings
• Assist with reviewing and organizing documentary evidence
• Manage assigned lawyers’ calendars and bring forward systems to ensure deadlines are met
• Process billable and non-billable time and disbursements and prepare client invoices
• Sharing responsibility for answering telephones, welcoming clients, photocopying, and closing files
• Other tasks as assigned to the administrative team.

Qualifications:

• Certificate or diploma from a recognized legal administrative assistant program or 2+ years’ experience as a legal administrative assistant is an asset
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and team work skills
• Excellent attention to detail and keyboarding accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word
• Proficiency with document management systems is an asset
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize work and manage time effectively with minimal direction

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, ranging from $55,000 to $65,000 annual salary. Also included are comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, paid sick days and a defined-benefit pension. Furthermore, three weeks’ vacation (prorated) commencing in the first year of employment is provided. Please send your resume today!