18 Aug
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BC Legal Management Association
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Vancouver
18 Aug
BC Legal Management Association
Vancouver
A highly regarded national boutique law firm specializing in Labour & Employment law is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support senior partners in our Vancouver office. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and fast‑paced practice. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in labour and employment law, civil litigation, or commercial litigation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide support to multiple lawyers in a management-side labour and employment practice, including arbitrations, matters before the BC Labour Relations Board, Human Rights Tribunal proceedings, and litigation files.
- Prepare, draft, and transcribe correspondence and legal documents.
- Manage pleadings, court documents, and filing deadlines, with knowledge of BC court procedures.
- Coordinate meetings, schedule appointments, and maintain lawyers’ calendar.
- Organize and maintain client files (electronic and physical).
- Handle client communications and general administrative duties.
- Enter daily time entries and assist with preparation of monthly client accounts and disbursements.
- Monitor deadlines, ensure appropriate follow‑ups, and help maintain high standards of client service.
- Perform additional administrative tasks as required.
Qualifications
- Minimum 4+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in litigation and/or labour and employment law.
- Experience with British Columbia Labour Relations Board and Human Rights Tribunal matters is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of BC court processes and litigation procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational, time and practice management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive, resourceful approach.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience preparing and managing client accounts.
- Familiarity with Acumin and document management systems (DMS) is an asset.
What We Offer
- A cooperative and qualified work environment.
- Exposure to complex and engaging labour and employment matters.
- The opportunity to work closely with senior partners in a respected national boutique firm.
If you are a highly organized and motivated Legal Assistant looking to advance your career in a well-established labour and employment practice, we encourage you to apply.
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📌 Legal Assistant – Labour & Employment Law (Vancouver)
🏢 BC Legal Management Association
📍 Vancouver