Legal Administrative Assistant for Litigation Department

Owen Bird Law Corporation is a downtown, full-service, mid-sized law firm committed to providing exceptional service and outstanding results for our clients.

We are currently looking for an intermediate to senior Legal Administrative Assistant to work in our litigation department to work with two lawyers who specialize in insurance defense, construction litigation and general commercial litigation.  This role would be a great opportunity for a team player who can work independently, is organized and pro-active.

In this role your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining efficient file management and bring forward system for limitation and follow-up dates.
• Preparing and drafting various correspondence and legal documents from precedent documents.
• Scheduling trials, applications, examinations for discovery, and other matters.
• Opening and closing files.
• Maintain client files in external e-billing systems and manage account payment administration.
• Other administrative tasks are performed as required.

Here is what you bring to the team:

• Minimum of five years of relevant work experience as a legal administrative assistant in insurance defence, construction or general commercial litigation law practice.
• Graduation from a legal administrative assistant program.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 applications and pdf software.
• Proficient with BC Online, LTSA, and other online platforms.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organization skills with high accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000 and is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We offer a competitive benefits package, including an RRSP Matching Program.

If you are interested in working in a supportive and collegial firm culture, please send your resume with a cover letter to Astrid Waalwijk, Director of Human Resources & Administration. Feel free to call Astrid if you have any questions at 604-691-7546.