Corporate Legal Assistant
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.
Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a full time Legal Assistant to join our Corporate group in our Vancouver office. The successful candidate is an enthusiastic, hardworking, team player who would like to work with assigned lawyers in our busy Corporate Commercial and Technology practice groups. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.
Standard Responsibilities:
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Preparing and drafting various correspondence and documents
- Drafting documents in support of corporate and commercial transactions
- Time entry and billing
- Maintaining an efficient file management and bring forward system
- Maintaining a full calendar, email management and managing lawyers’ practice
- Liaising with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers and clients on file progress
- General administrative and personal assistance duties, as required
Qualifications:
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Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution
- Minimum 2 years’ of previous related legal assistant experience in a business law firm
- Advanced Microsoft Word skills, proven ability to create and edit large documents
- Detail oriented, strong organizational skills and an exceptional attention to detail
- Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner
- Highly dependable and adaptable with great work ethic
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast paced environment
- Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a collegial team
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills
In addition to a competitive salary range of $55,000 - $65,000, we offer a variety of benefits, including:
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Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D
- Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment
- Paid Parental Leave top up.
- Education Reimbursement: We are committed to growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their knowledge in the legal field.
- Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year
- Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program
- Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events
- 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 Supervisor.
Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.
