Description
McQuarrie is a full-service, result-driven BC law firm, centrally located in the Greater Vancouver area and well-situated to meet the needs of a diverse range of businesses, individuals, and institutional clients. At McQuarrie, we believe trust is the foundation of every good client relationship. We are conveniently located in the Central City Tower, accessible by sky train in downtown Surrey, one of the fastest-growing business communities. For more information on us, visit our website www.mcquarrie.com. We value a firm culture that fosters collegiality and respect for everyone on the team while rewarding individual initiative, responsibility, and creativity.
We are seeking a full-time Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant with 3 years of experience to join our Firm.
About the role:
Duties include
- Opening, organizing, and closing files
- Drafting and sending correspondence, authorizations, and discovery appointments
- Managing intake of documents and file-related materials and updating binders
- Preparing litigation documents and pleadings, including application records and Briefs of Authorities
- Scheduling mediations, XFDs, trials, client meetings, and maintaining electronic calendars
- Maintaining a BF and limitation system
- Frequent communication with opposing counsel, adjusters, and clients
- Other administrative tasks as needed
About you:
- A Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution
- Minimum of 3 years of working experience as an LAA
- Knowledge of BC litigation processes and court procedures
- Proficient with MS Word and Outlook
- Solid understanding of litigation procedures, court filing, and service procedures
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to exercise good judgment, professionalism, and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
What we offer and why it is great to work on our team:
We offer a competitive salary ranging from $56,000 to $65,000, based on experience, internal equity, and market considerations. Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, flexible and individualized work arrangements, and eligibility to enroll in our pension plan after two years. We also provide a professional development allowance, generous vacation, paid sick and personal days, and exclusive retail discounts at Central City, conveniently located below our office.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please send your resume with "Commercial Litigation LAA" in the subject line, along with a cover letter to [email protected]
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.