Description
Overholt Law LLP is a boutique employment, labour relations and commercial litigation firm located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, BC. We were established in 2012 and since that time we have grown to seven lawyers, an articled student, two paralegals and legal assistants to support our growing practice.
We represent a wide range of employers in most sectors of the economy and individuals in connection with employment matters. We have comfortable modern offices conveniently located close to all forms of transit, and with amenities including a gym, showers and bike cage.
Our practice was established with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Our firm reflects the diversity of Vancouver.
We are proud of our collegial environment and team-based approach to serving client needs. Our firm recognizes the importance of making a commitment to our community. It is a workplace where there is opportunity to grow and enjoy a fulfilling career. We describe our firm as a teaching law firm.
For more information on Overholt Law LLP, please visit www.overholtlawyers.com.
Position
Overholt Law is recruiting for a Legal Administrative Assistant to work in our office.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
- Answering phones
- Drafting emails and correspondence
- Ordering office and kitchen supplies
- Drafting engagement confirmations and other communications
- Receiving and processing client payments and posting in Soluno
- Scan receipts and bank statements to and other documents as required by our accounting department
- Conduct conflict searches
- Open and close files
- Monthly billing of clients
- Organize and maintain both physical and electronic files
- Maintaining a bring forward system
- Assist with scheduling and coordinating dates for examinations for discovery, chambers hearings and trials
- Assist with large scan, print and copy materials for trial and hearings
- Assist with organizing firm seminars, social functions and other marketing initiatives
- Provide coverage for our assistants and paralegals during vacations
- General administrative duties as required
Qualifications
- Legal Assistant Certificate from an accredited post secondary institution or equivalent work experience
- A minimum 2 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant. Experience in employment law and labour relations would be an asset
- Excellent verbal, written and technology skills
- Ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong technical knowledge using Microsoft Word
- Experience with Filevine, Soluno, Adobe, BC Online and a variety of software would be an asset
Compensation
- Salary: $60,000 – $80,000
- Extended health and dental coverage (subject to meeting the eligibility requirements of the insurance company)
Applications:
If interested, please email your application materials to Carman J. Overholt, K.C. at [email protected] with the subject line: LAA Position.