Legal Administrative Assistant

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Nathanson, Schachter and Thompson LLP Full time

**Who we are**:
Nathanson, Schachter & Thompson LLP is a dynamic, 18 lawyer firm in downtown Vancouver. Our practice is concentrated in civil and business litigation and arbitration. Over its 35-year history, the firm has been consistently recognized as one of Canada's top litigation boutiques. Legal publications rate NST's lawyers as leading practitioners in commercial litigation and dispute resolution and the firm has litigated many of British Columbia's largest and most complicated commercial lawsuits.

**What we need**:
We are seeking a full-time Junior to Intermediate Level Legal Administrative Assistant. The start date is on or before **April 17, 2023.**
- is energetic, organized and punctual with a great attitude and an ability to multi-task;
- is very proficient using Word, Outlook, Adobe and Excel, and has good technical skills generally;
- is familiar with the following programs (or similar software): iPro, PC Law, Worldox, MSTeams;
- is fluent in English and has strong writing skills;
- has a thorough grasp of the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules;
- holds legal administration or paralegal certification from an accredited institution;
- has one to five years of experience in commercial litigation.

**What the job entails**:

- drafting and formatting correspondence and other documents;
- maintaining an efficient file management and BF system;
- communicating with courthouse staff, clients, and other counsel on litigation files; and
- arranging and assisting in the preparation for proceedings in the BC Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, Federal Court and Supreme Court of Canada, as well as arbitration and mediation proceedings.

**Why apply?**

NST offers a competitive salary and a benefits package that includes: Extended Health, Vision Care, Dental Care, Life and Disability Insurance. The firm also offers year-end bonuses; health and wellness initiatives; ongoing training and educational support; and social and team-building events -- not to mention a dessert celebration on your birthday and surprise treats during Administrative Professionals' Week. There is onsite parking available and secure bike storage.

The lawyers and staff at NST take pride in working together to provide a very high level of legal service to our clients. Although the pace of work can sometimes be demanding, the office remains a professional and supportive environment where the contribution of each member of the team is respected and valued.

**How to Apply**:
Interested applicants should send a resume and covering letter addressed to Ardella Thompson, Office Manager. Please include specifics as to your skill level in any of the following: Word, Adobe, Outlook, Excel, iPro, PC Law, MS Teams, Worldox or other relevant office software.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $52,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Commuter benefits
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Legal Assistant: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-03-17
Expected start date: 2023-04-17

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