Legal Administrative Assistant

Clark Wilson LLP is Hiring a Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation Float

How You'll Help Us Better Serve Our Clients

What You'll Be Doing

setting court dates and communicating with registries;
preparing and drafting various correspondence and documents including court pleadings;
maintaining efficient file management and bring forward system;
assisting with billing throughout the litigation group, as required;
liaising with legal assistants, paralegals, other lawyers, and clients on file progress; and
general administrative duties as required.

How You'll Be a Great Fit For This Role

graduate of an accredited legal assistant program or relevant experience;
a minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant;
strong technical skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, BC Online, and MYLTSA;
excellent verbal and written communication skills;
excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
the ability to prioritize a high volume of tasks and competing priorities;
a client-centered approach with a commitment to providing outstanding service;
the ability to follow instructions and adhere to strict deadlines;
dedicated to providing service beyond expectation; and
the ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality and to adapt to changing demands.

The Exciting Extras

In addition to a competitive salary from $55,000 to $63,000, we offer a range of benefits to ensure you are set up to thrive in a healthy work-life balance at Clark Wilson:
**Benefits**: Health coverage for you and your family, including overseas emergency medical care, prescriptions, vision care, dental care, paramedical services, life insurance and hospital accommodation.

**Retirement Planning**: RRSP matching program.

**Additional Pregnancy/Parental Leave Benefits**: Pregnancy and parental leave top off to 100% for a portion of the leave so that you can spend quality, worry free time with your family.

**Health and Wellness Spending Account**: Health and Wellness Spending account to pay for items that will help you with your unique needs: an exercise bike, swimming lessons, or your pets' vet bills. It's up to you.

**Recognition**: Long service bonus to help celebrate your work anniversaries.

**Social Events**: Socials every Friday, off-site social events, employee appreciation week, team building events and more.

**Professional Growth Opportunities**: Resources available to invest in your personal growth and help you achieve your goals.

**Employee Referral**: Generous monetary amount for any employee referral.

**Community**: Opportunities to give back to your community through firm initiatives.

**Paid Time Off**: Significant vacation and bonus days. We also offer five personal days to assist with whatever life throws at you and one bonus day off to celebrate your work anniversary.

Who We Are

Clark Wilson is a rapidly growing regional law firm focused on providing the best possible service for our clients. We're consistently recognized by the media and business community for our professional excellence.

Our team consists of over 300 professionals serving some of the most recognizable brands in the world. Together, we've created a special culture, recognized by Great Place to Work as one of the best in Canada, that we'd love to share with you.

How to Apply

Clark Wilson is an equal-opportunity employer and advocate. This is not a statement we take lightly; it is part of who we are. We don't just celebrate diversity, we rely on it to cultivate our culture, provide new perspectives, and grow our collective wisdom.

If you'd like to discover a little more about Clark Wilson and what it's like to work with us, click here to visit our careers page.

We thank all applicants for their submissions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.