Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support its lawyers and paralegals across various areas of legal practice. The successful candidate will be organized, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a busy legal environment while delivering excellent client service.
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support its lawyers and paralegals across various areas of legal practice. The successful candidate will be organized, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities in a busy legal environment while delivering excellent client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage legal files from opening through to closing.
- Monitor workflow, deadlines, appointments, and documentation to ensure lawyers receive timely support.
- Review incoming correspondence and prepare appropriate draft responses.
- Coordinate and manage incoming work from multiple lawyers and paralegals.
- Prepare and organize legal documents and correspondence.
- Maintain accurate and organized client files and records.
- Communicate professionally with clients and internal team members.
- Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Identify potential issues, solve problems proactively, and help keep matters progressing efficiently.
Qualifications And Requirements
- At least one year of Legal Assistant experience.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong client service and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and competing priorities.
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work collaboratively with lawyers, paralegals, and other support staff.
- Willingness to work in person in Vernon, BC.
Benefits
- Extended health and dental benefits.
- Paid vacation and flexible paid time off.
- Wellness benefits and health spending support.
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Firm social events and a collaborative workplace.
Location:
Vernon, BC, Canada
Job Type:
Full-time, In-person
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