Family Law LAA – Arlyn Recruiting

Title of the Job: Family Law LAA

Location: Vancouver, BC

Job Description: Job Order ID: 4512
Employment Type: Permanent
Web Publication Date: 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Number of Positions: 1
Job Location: Vancouver, BC Canada
Job Requirement:One of British Columbia’s leading boutique law firms in the areas of construction, commercial and matrimonial dispute resolution and we are looking for a full-time Family Legal Administrative Assistant to join our team! The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $80,000.Responsibilities of the role include:

• Opening and maintaining files, ensuring policies and procedures are followed in accordance with firm guidelines, running conflict searches, dealing with a large volume of emails, maintaining calendars and bring forwards and preparing routine correspondence.
• Preparing, serving and filing court documents such as Notices of Trial, Notice of Change of Lawyer, etc.
• Scheduling trial dates, discoveries, meetings, conferences and confirming dates with all involved parties as required.
• Tracking deadlines to ensure compliance with court limitations.
• Providing administrative support, including preparation of monthly invoices.

Qualifications and skills required:

• Successful completion of a post-secondary LAA program or the real-world equivalent;
• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in family law;
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of BC Supreme Court Rules, court practices and procedures as well as filing deadlines;
• Familiarity with family law rules and procedures;
• Exceptional time management, organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work under pressure, complete tasks with speed and accuracy, and the ability to multi-task in response to changing situations;
• Meticulous attention to detail and desire to provide quality work with a high level of accuracy;
• Excellent judgement and the ability to exercise discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters;
• High client service orientation;
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently, take initiative and be resourceful;
• Proficiency in file organization and time management;
• The ability to work overtime if required;
• Experience in Adobe, MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package that is very competitive and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our benefits include:

• Extended Health, Vision and Dental coverage
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Top-up Program
• Parental Leave Top-up Program
• Professional Development & Education reimbursement
• Vacation and Paid Sick time
• Matching Group RRSP plan
• Health & Wellness Allowance
• Firm Social Events

Company Name: Arlyn Recruiting

Salary: $55000 – 80000 per year

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