Description
Located in downtown Vancouver, we are a boutique family law firm offering a full range of family law services to support the diverse and unique needs of our clients.
Primary Responsibilities
• Preliminary drafting of correspondence and legal documents
• Understanding of legal procedures in family law
• Filing, file maintenance and calendar diarizations, and incoming/outgoing mail
• Managing BF system
• Fielding client inquiries via telephone contact/management
• Liaising with legal assistants, other lawyers, and clients on file progress
• Assisting with the drafting of court documents, list of documents, Separation Agreements, Minutes of Settlements, financial statements and summaries
• General administrative duties
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
• Legal administrative assistant certificate/diploma from a recognized institution
• 4+ years working as a legal assistant, with preference given to candidates who have experience in family law area
• Strong technical skills, including knowledge of Microsoft programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook), Divorcemate, Adobe, BC Online, PCLaw
• Ability to prioritize a high volume of tasks and competing priorities
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality based on changing demands
• Meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail
• Mature, reliable and strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
Salary dependent on experience.
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter for review. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• 8 Hour shift
Experience:
• family law: 2 years (preferred)
• Legal Assistant: 4 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
• legal administrative assistant certificate/diploma
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
Work Location: In person
Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]