Litigation Legal Assistant

LEGAL ASSISTANT - LITIGATION

* This is a one-year contract/maternity leave coverage. There is always a strong chance of permanent hire within the firm for any candidate that does a great job on a contract.

Location:

Vancouver, BC

Salary: $50,000-$70,000 annually

Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits Package (Health/Dental/Vision/LTD, Employee Assistance, Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days, Flexible Working Arrangements, Tuition Reimbursement)

Interested Candidates should submit a resume to Kim Goldstone, Managing Partner, at

• Manage email and calendar, coordinate meetings, attending to conflict searches and file openings/closings, preparing expense reports, etc.
• Prepare and maintain a bring-forward system, as well as provide appropriate reminders
• Ensure all physical and electronic filing is organized and up to date
• Prepare engagement letters and routine correspondence
• Work with Billing Coordinators on the monthly production of accounts
• Provide backup coverage in the absence of other assistants or team members

• Legal Assistant Certificate or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 2-3 years of litigation experience (large firm experience preferred)
• In depth understanding of business and legal terminology
• Strong technical skills using Microsoft Office 365
• Experience working with 3E, iManage
  
  Work, and Docu Sign
• Ability to manage the practices of multiple lawyers
• Client Service mindset with a “can do” attitude
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and also be a flexible team player
  
  Highly organized, with meticulous attention to detail