Description
ABOUT US
Mack Law Corporation is an Indigenous-owned and operated law firm located on W̱SÁNEĆ territory. Partner and founder Leah Mack and the firm work together to provide thoughtful, practical, and clear legal advice to Indigenous communities, individuals, and organizations in British Columbia and across Canada. We strive to prioritize Indigenous legal methods in conjunction with Canadian law, to promote improved services, supports, and outcomes for Indigenous peoples and Nations.
In addition to working directly with Indigenous communities and people, we also provide support to non-Indigenous organizations working with Indigenous communities, ensuring collaboration on important issues involving the sea, the land, and the sky. We are committed to clients and files that promote nation-building and sovereignty while safeguarding the environment for future generations. We also provide general legal services to clients in the areas of employment law, business law, and the occasional litigation file.
As an organization, we are dedicated to promoting cultural safety and humility, and we firmly advocate for justice and fairness. Our diverse skills and backgrounds have enabled us to assemble a cohesive team of legal professionals committed to providing expert guidance, options, and resources for our clients.
PROFILE
Our firm is currently seeking a legal assistant to assist us in providing our services to our clients. In this role, the ideal candidate must have a demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative. This individual will also have strong technical skills with exceptional attention to detail, as well as a strong track record of producing quality work. This is a unique opportunity to join a dedicated team of experienced and friendly colleagues committed to social justice, community empowerment, and cultural preservation.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- Lawyer Support: Support lawyers to enable them to produce excellent work for clients by managing administrative aspects of each lawyer’s practice, including CPD requirements, note-taking, budget proposals, travel arrangements, and preparation of expense forms and receipts
- Document Preparation: Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, contracts, draft laws and policies, and correspondence
- File Management: Organize and maintain (mainly) electronic case files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and easily accessible; prompt, record and continually manage BFs as needed
- Communication: Communicate with opposing counsel, clients, judicial administrative staff and vendors; assist with the conflict-of-interest checks and client intake process by collecting necessary information and documentation
- Filing Documents: Prepare and electronically file legal documents with courts and administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with all filing rules and deadlines
- Legal Research: Conduct research on legal precedents, statutes, and regulations relevant to files, and summarize findings; assist with FOI/FIPPA access to information requests and utilize various provincial, federal, and other legislative resources (i.e., First Nations Gazette)
- Team Coordination: Collaborate with lawyers, paralegal and legal staff to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks
- Administration: Coordinate and schedule external meetings with clients and internal meetings with firm; assist with office upkeep and other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience as a legal assistant (preference may be given to applicants with experience in Indigenous law)
- In-depth understanding of and direct experience utilizing cloud-based programs, such as Microsoft 365 (Word, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
- Completion of a post-secondary legal assistant program
- Experience using Unity Accounting (formerly ESI law 360) is an asset
- Knowledge of BC Registries, BC Online, and Adobe is an asset
SALARY AND LOCATION
$55,000-$68,000 dependent on experience and skill set plus benefits, including extended health and dental benefits and RRSP matching. While we pride ourselves on providing a flexible and supportive work environment, this role will require the assistant to work in our office in Brentwood Bay.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Our firm recognizes diversity as a source of strength and celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to building a culture of equity and respect within our firm. We are honoured to receive applications from members of communities that are marginalized or that experience structural discrimination including those identifying as Indigenous, people of colour, members of non-dominant ethnic, religious, linguistic, and/or cultural groups, women, immigrants/newcomers, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2S+ people. If comfortable doing so, we encourage applicants to self-identify in their application, and preference may be given to applicants who self-identify. If you have a need that requires accommodation at any time during the process, please let us know. Our office is wheelchair accessible.