Legal Assistant

7 months ago

Vancouver, Canada Brownlee LLP Full time

**Legal Assistant - Litigation**

We are currently seeking a **Legal Assistant - Litigation** to join our Vancouver office. Please review the following and if this sets out that perfect opportunity for you, we look forward to hearing from you.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Daily correspondence, document preparation, dictation, drafting and filing court documents.
- File preparation and management.
- Book court dates, questionings and communicate with other parties.
- Conduct searches and carry out investigation through internet and other means.
- Liaise with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers and clients on file progress.
- General administrative duties including entering time and preparing accounts.
- Other duties as required.

**Key Competencies**:

- An understanding of various litigation proceedings.
- Good computer skills with experience in MS Outlook, Excel and Word.
- Strong attention to detail, oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact confidently with paralegals, lawyers and clients.
- Strong teamwork skills.

**Education/Experience Required**:

- Graduate of recognized Legal Assistant, Paralegal or Law Clerk program preferred.
- Minimum two years’ litigation experience.

**Job Type**: Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

**Experience**:

- legal assistant: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K8

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