Hiring a Litigation LAA – Commercial Litigation (Senior Paralegal Support)

Our client is one of Vancouver’s premier boutique commercial law and litigation firms, widely recognized for serving many of BC’s leading businesses from their downtown Vancouver office. This forward-thinking firm has built an inclusive, collaborative culture that invests in its people and celebrates professional growth.

They are currently seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to provide full administrative support to a team of up to three Senior Paralegals across general civil and commercial litigation. This is a full-time permanent opportunity with a strong total compensation package.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file court forms and pleadings; assemble application and petition records, hearing records, and binders for court appearances
• Schedule Applications, Chambers Hearings, Examinations for Discovery, Trials, Settlement Meetings, and Mediations, including coordinating with all counsel involved
• Prepare Lists of Documents and maintain bring-forward systems for all court, litigation, and correspondence deadlines
• Draft and respond to correspondence; handle routine client calls
• Conduct searches through Court Services Online, BCOnline, and the Land Title Office
• Provide support during trials and lengthy chambers applications
• Open and close legal files; process incoming mail; handle photocopying, scanning, and physical and electronic filing
• Prepare accounts, track accounts receivable, and follow up on outstanding balances by correspondence and phone
• Prepare trust cheque requisitions, trust advice forms, expense forms, and other accounting documents

Qualifications:

• Solid working knowledge of BC court forms and litigation procedures
• Strong planning and prioritization skills; capacity to manage high paper flow across multiple active files simultaneously
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word and Excel); experience with PC Law, NetDocs, and iPro Eclipse is a strong asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness
• Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $58,000 – $72,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Extended health, dental, out-of-country coverage, life insurance, AD&D, and health spending account
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks, plus personal and sick days
• RRSP matching program and year-end bonuses
• Active social calendar including summer and winter parties, monthly themed events, and staff appreciation week

Submit your resume today!