McCarthy Tétrault is a leading Canadian law firm offering a full suite of legal and business solutions to clients in Canada and around the world. Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for eleven consecutive years and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for fourteen consecutive years, our culture is guided by The McCarthy Way —our shared approach to working with clients and with each other. Inclusion , through eliminating barriers to belonging and success; We are recruiting for a Legal Assistant in Real Property and Planning to join our team in our Vancouver office.

The successful candidate must have a minimum 3 years of relevant experience, and will be responsible for supporting lawyers with documents, travel and calendar management, and client support. As a Legal Assistant (Real Property and Planning), you will be responsible for: Preparing, editing, formatting, printing, scanning and revising correspondence, memoranda, large transaction documents, reports, forms, labels and other printed material through dictation, copy typing or other instructions, in accordance with the requirements set by the practice group. Coordinating and dispersing tasks to be performed by various resource groups such as the Document Specialists, Administrative Clerks, Billing Assistants, etc.

Proofreading documents and checking for appropriate formatting, spelling, grammar and clarity.

Managing files including: opening new files, maintaining large and complex files, developing, maintaining and utilizing an orderly filing and retrieval system to ensure ease of reference to historical paper or electronic records, organizing law and precedent files. Working with Records Management and Administrative Clerks to create, maintain and store client files as appropriate. Coordinating lawyer travel arrangements,



including preparing itineraries and travel expense reports.Updating contact names and addresses in the client database on a regular basis.

Coordinating client meetings, including scheduling rooms and arranging for needed catering or audio-visual equipment. Mail, Fax and Phone Reception Functions Financial and Administrative Functions Coordinating activities with functional area staff (Office Services, Marketing, etc.), Maintaining and updating job knowledge and technical skills by identifying and participating in education opportunities.

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Assistant diploma or college certificate in office administration or Information & Communications Technologies or equivalent. Minimum 3 years of experience as a legal assistant or as an assistant with experience ideally acquired in a skilled services environment.

Experience in Real Property & Planning would be an asset. In-depth knowledge of business and legal terminology. Strong attention to detail and superior word processing, spelling, proofreading and editing skills.

Ability to follow-up on files and delays with minimal supervision. Flexibility to occasionally work overtime. As a member of the McCarthy Tétrault team, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive rewards package designed to support your professional and personal well-being: Comprehensive wellbeing support , including access to Dialogue for confidential mental health support, virtual healthcare assistance, and proactive wellness resources for you.

Competitive compensation , paid overtime and generous time off, including a day off to volunteer and a day off for your birthday. Strong community i nvolvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. A supportive, collaborative culture that values contribution, accountability and shared success across legal and business teams.

📌 Legal Assistant (Real Property and Planning) (Vancouver)
🏢 McCarthy Tétrault
📍 Vancouver