Description
Melville Chambers is a group of independent lawyers practicing mostly in the area of criminal law at an office located near Coal Harbour in Vancouver. The lawyers at Melville Chambers cover all levels of experience and are focused on delivering high quality representation at all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada.
Two well-established criminal lawyers at Melville Chambers who practice in high profile criminal cases are currently looking for a legal assistant, ideally at the junior to intermediate level. The ideal candidate would have some training and prior experience practicing in the area of criminal law, the ability to work at least part of the week at the office, good initiative and organizational skills, and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently. A specific interest in criminal law is a significant asset.
Responsibilities would include:
- Opening and closing physical and digital files;
- Drafting some pleadings such as notices of application, affidavits, appeal records, and appeal books;
- Drafting correspondence;
- Communicating with clients and opposing counsel;
- Filing documents with court registries;
- Light bookkeeping such as posting expenses and time, and drafting bills;
- Making deposits into trust and general accounts;
- Scheduling;
- Assembling and binding books of authorities and materials for court;
- Cataloguing and organizing disclosure;
- Experience with Clio an asset.
We offer:
- Competitive salary and growth potential;
- Extended health and dental coverage;
- Vacation time;
- Flexibility in working from home;
- Parking;
- Firm social events.
Please send cover letter and resumes to [email protected].