Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

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Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

Watson Goepel LLP is a growing and dynamic full-service law firm based in downtown Vancouver, with offices in West Vancouver and Surrey. Our Vancouver office is conveniently located near the Burrard Skytrain station and a wide range of shops and services. We offer challenging and rewarding opportunities in a professional and collegial environment.

We are currently seeking a Litigation LAA to join our Vancouver office.

The Ideal Candidate

• Works efficiently with high volume of work
• Exceptional organization skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Client service focused.
• A critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing tasks
• Self-starter, able to work independently and as a team member
• Professional with a mature demeanor
• Must be able to work well under pressure

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Organization and management of files, paper based and electronically.
• Drafting correspondence and court documents
• Communicating with clients, experts, and opposing counsel, etc.
• Opening and closing files
• Client invoicing and billing
• Management of lawyers' calendars, bring forward system, meetings, and appointments.
• General administrative tasks as required.

Requirements:

• 2+ years' LAA experience in a law firm.
• Graduate of a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant program
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to handle a high volume of work.
• Knowledge of Elite and Worldox an asset

Benefits:

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Long term disability insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employee referral incentives
• Ongoing continuing education opportunities
• Fitness facility on-site
• Secured bike parking on-site
• Casual Fridays
• Monthly socials
• Long service bonus

Salary range for this position: $55,000 - 65,000 annually

If you are interested in joining our team, please send cover letter and resume to Sara Fry, Human Resources Manager at [email protected]. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We are always interested in meeting qualified candidates, even if we do not have a particular role posted. If you think you might be a fit for our team, please direct any inquiries to Sara Fry, Human Resources Manager at [email protected].