Legal Administrative Assistant â Commercial Litigation
Arlyn Recruiting
Our client, a highly regarded Vancouver-based law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join its Commercial Litigation team. This role is well suited to a detail-oriented legal professional with strong litigation experience who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will work closely with lawyers and paralegals and play a key role in supporting a demanding litigation practice.
The Role
The Legal Administrative Assistant will be responsible for a broad range of legal and administrative duties, including:
- Providing clear, concise, and professional oral and written communication
- Drafting and preparing legal correspondence and documents
- Managing file opening and closing procedures
- Maintaining calendars, scheduling appointments, and managing bring-forward systems
- Performing advanced document editing and formatting for correspondence, reports, forms, and spreadsheets
- Arranging examinations for discovery and trial dates
- Managing competing priorities and high work volumes
- Handling large volumes of paper correspondence
- Monitoring deadlines and ensuring limitation dates are met
- Completing time entries and assisting with billing
- Sorting and preparing incoming and outgoing mail
- Performing other related duties as required
Key Qualifications & Experience
- 3â5+ years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant
- Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate from an accredited program
- Prior litigation experience (commercial litigation preferred)
- Strong organizational and document management skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Advanced aptitude with legal software and systems
- Strong database and document management knowledge
- Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, case management software, and time-tracking/billing systems
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Strong work ethic, initiative, and attention to accuracy
- Professional interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
- Client-service mindset with a commitment to high-quality work
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven practice environment
Compensation & Benefits
Our client offers a competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive benefits program. Additional offerings include an RRSP matching program, wellness initiatives, fitness subsidies, wellness days, continuing education/tuition support, and opportunities to participate in firm-sponsored social events.
About Arlyn Recruiting and How to Apply
Arlyn Recruiting collaborates with leading law firms across Canada to help candidates secure opportunities aligned with their education, skills, and career ambitions. Submit your application through the Arlyn Recruiting website or email your resume directly to View email address on recruitcrm.io.
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