Litigation Assistant – Kelowna

Over the last 100 years, Guild Yule LLP has maintained its reputation as a firm which offers the highest quality of professional services. The values and standards set by earlier generations have remained but it is comprised of a dynamic group of lawyers and staff who practice law in a spirit of collegiality and openness.  We value our familial and friendly culture and are seeking a full-time Litigation Assistantto join our Kelowna office.

Responsibilities:

- Drafting correspondence and attending to court filings
- Scheduling mediations, discoveries and appointments
- Maintaining electronic calendars
- Organizing files, document binders and other file materials
- Entering lawyers' time, billing
- Opening files
- Maintaining Bring Forward system
- Other administrative support as required

Key Qualifications:

- 2-5 years of experience working as a Litigation Legal Assistant within a law firm
- Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program

Key Skills:
- Experience with court documents and court filings
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate clearly using discretion, tact and courtesy
- Proficiency with computers including MS Word, Excel and other relevant programs
- Excellent document drafting skills
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
- Client service orientation
- Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast paced environment

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary and excellent benefits program
- Challenging and supportive work environment
- Strong work/life balance
- Employee Assistance Program

Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume to Human Resources at [email protected].

We thank all that apply, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.