Intermediate Civil/Commercial Litigation LAA

Hira Rowan LLP is a boutique downtown law firm involved in the practice of high-profile matters including commercial/civil litigation, regulatory litigation, criminal matters and public inquiries. We are currently recruiting for a Legal Administrative Assistant with 5+ years of litigation experience. We are looking for a team player who is proactive, technically inclined and who has a keen eye for detail and organization. This is an on-site role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing exceptional assistance to one of our firms’ partners;
• Maintain high volume of documents both electronically and physically;
• Drafting/proofreading/editing correspondence and standard court documents;
• Scheduling trials, examinations for discovery and preparing required documentation;
• Preparing and updating documents binders, briefs and records;
• Daily filing, photocopying and scanning;
• Opening and closing files and general file maintenance;
• Maintaining extensive BF system ensuring follow up and receipt of requested materials/documents;
• Preparing and sending monthly and final bills to clients; responding to general accounting requests;
• Other legal duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate for this position will be self-motivated, enthusiastic and possess skills, qualifications, experience and attributes that include the following:

• Legal Administrative Assistant diploma from an accredited college;
• 5+ years litigation experience;
• Solid understanding of general litigation rules and procedures in British Columbia;
• Strong technical skills and proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office; experience working with PC Law and Worldox GX3 an asset;
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills;
• Exceptional proofreading, writing, editing and document formatting skills;
• Self-starter able to multi-task and prioritize work;
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail;
• Enjoys work both independently and as part of a collegial team;
• Possesses a client focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients.

Why Hira Rowan?

Hira Rowan offers meaningful work in a supportive and collegial workplace. We offer an anticipated salary range of $60,000 to $70,000 annually, which may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to form a solid working partnership with a dynamic lawyer who has many years left in practice.

Qualified applicants should submit their cover letter and resume to:  [email protected]