Description
About Us
Shields Harney is one of the premier boutique litigation firms in British Columbia with offices in Vancouver and Victoria. Our law firm specializes in commercial litigation and we act for some of the most well-known entrepreneurs and businesses in BC.
We value our staff and want to attract and retain the best legal administrative assistants in the industry. We offer a positive working environment as well as a competitive compensation package which includes extended health and dental benefits and flexible working hours.
Website: www.shieldsharney.com
The Role
Our downtown Vancouver office is looking to hire a Legal Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic, professional and friendly team. This opportunity will appeal to a junior or more experienced professional with a legal administration educational background who is looking to contribute their expertise in the commercial litigation area of law. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail oriented, collaborative and a self starter.
The ideal candidate will provide legal administrative assistance to two lawyers, one of whom is fully self-sufficient and requires only minimal clerical support. The position allows the successful candidate to take ownership of the role and grow with the practice by taking on increasing responsibilities including preparing legal correspondence, performing legal research and filing court documents while managing deadlines.
Education
- Diploma or Certificate in Legal Administration Assistant or Paralegal preferred
Responsibilities
- Draft legal documents and correspondence
- Transcribe dictation using Dragon
- Maintain, organize and update calendar system
- Prepare and send emails and other correspondence
- Organize operation of lawyer’s practice
- Schedule Discoveries, Mediations, Trials, Case Plan Conferences, etc.
- Interact and correspond directly with clients
- Conduct searches via BC Online and Land Title registry
- Billing and general administrative tasks
Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working as a Legal Administrative Assistant in a law firm
- Strong administrative, written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software
- Strong client service orientation
- Flexible and adaptable to changing demands and schedules
- Knowledge of PC Law is an asset
- Knowledge of Dragon Transcription software an asset
How to Apply
Please submit your Resume and Cover Letter via email. We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest in Shields Harney, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We will be accepting applications until such a time a suitable applicant is selected.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person, no remote work.