Senior Family Law LAA

Job title:

Senior Family Law LAA

Company

Arlyn Recruiting

Job description

Our client, a mid-sized downtown lawfirm, is seeking a skilled Senior Litigtion Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage a high volume of legal administrative tasks efficiently. The salary range is $70,000-$90,000.Responsibilities include:

• Court Document Preparation & Filing: Draft, serve, and file court documents such as Notices of Trial, Notices of Change of Lawyer, and other litigation-related materials.
• Scheduling & Calendar Management: Coordinate trial dates, discoveries, meetings, and conferences while ensuring all deadlines and court limitations are met.
• File & Document Management: Open, maintain, and organize legal files while adhering to firm policies and procedures.
• Administrative Support: Handle large volumes of emails, maintain calendars and bring-forward systems, and draft routine correspondence.
• Billing & Accounting Support: Assist with invoice preparation, send invoices, and follow up on accounts receivable.
• General Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to litigation lawyers and complete additional tasks as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Completion of a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) program or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant or paralegal.
• Strong knowledge of BC Supreme Court Rules, procedures, and filing deadlines.
• Family law experience is an asset but not required.
• Proficiency in Adobe, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work overtime when required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Exceptional time management, organization, and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong discretion when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), including proofreading and editing.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and be resourceful.
• Client service-focused with a proactive approach to responding to inquiries.

About Arlyn Recruiting and How to ApplyArlyn Recruiting partners with top law firms across Canada to help candidates secure ideal opportunities based on their education, skills, and career ambitions.Submit your application through the Arlyn Recruiting website or by emailing your resume directly to .Confidentiality Guaranteed: Our services are 100% free and confidential for job seekers. We support candidates’ success through experience, knowledge, and strong relationships.

Expected salary

$70000 – 90000 per year

Location

Vancouver, BC

Job date

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 23:33:53 GMT

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