Legal Administrative Assistant - Vancouver, Canada - Lawson Lundell

Lawson Lundell

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Vancouver, Canada

1 day ago

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Description

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife.

The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of
BC's Top Employers for 2024.

Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest growing law firm in Western Canada.

Standard Responsibilities:

Preparing and editing various correspondence and documents
Preparing lists of documents
Time entry and billing
Maintaining an efficient file management and bring forward system
Booking and coordinating lawyers' travel
Liaising with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers and clients on file progress
General administrative duties, as required

Qualifications

Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution
5+ years of previous experience as a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant in a Canadian law firm is a requirement
Direct experience in the Labour and Employment practice area is an asset
Resourceful
Takes initiative
Multitasks and can handle high volume
Demonstrates exceptional attention to details
Has the ability to work both independently and a part of a collegial team
Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks, in order to meet deadlines
Strong technical skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills

In addition to a competitive salary range of $65,000 - $75,000, we offer a variety of benefits, including:

Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D.

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Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment.
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Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year.
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Education Reimbursement: we are committed to continued growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their skills and knowledge.
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Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program.
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Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events.
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Awards: long term service and bonus vacation awards.

If you are a professional, motivated, hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter to **Linda Kilkenny, Human Resources Advisor.