Description
Legal Administrative Assistant, Restructuring and Insolvency
DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East, positioning us to help companies with their legal needs around the world. DLA Piper (Canada) LLP is one of Canada’s leading law firms with a team of innovative, proactive and dedicated lawyers, administrative and support staff who serve our clients in Canada, the Pacific Rim and around the world. As one of British Columbia’s Top Employers from 2008 to 2024, we offer competitive salaries and benefits including a generous, top-rated employee pension plan. We believe that all members of our team need to work together to provide world class service to our clients.
If you are talented in providing unprecedented service, are enthusiastic and a team player, we are looking for you. We are currently looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Restructuring and Insolvency service group and invite you to review the job description.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including conducting conflict checks, opening and closing files, proactively tracking deadlines, maintaining client records, and keeping lawyers organized;
• Handle daily correspondence, prepare documents, and draft and file court documents as required;
• Manage and prioritize incoming correspondence, respond to inquiries, and ensure prompt follow-up;
• Assist in assembling documents needed for court, such as chambers records, books of authorities, and court pleadings;
• Assist with billing, time entry, and other administrative tasks as needed.
Knowledge, Qualities & Experience Required
• Minimum 3-5 years’ Legal Administrative experience;
• Understanding and familiarity with various litigation legal precedents and procedures;
• Experience in foreclosures, restructuring and insolvency would be an asset;
• Strong MS Word skills preferred including advanced word processing skills;
• Excel, PowerPoint, IManage, Nuance, Elite/Webview skills considered an asset;
• Familiarity with CSO, LTO, and WestLaw considered an asset;
• Accurate and detail-oriented, and possesses sound judgment and initiative;
• Excellent organizational and time management required to prioritize a high volume of tasks and manage competing priorities;
• Dedicated to providing service beyond expectation;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to manage multiple internal clients and be adaptable to the needs of each and;
• Fluency in Mandarin (written and verbal) is an asset.
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