A well-regarded commercial litigation boutique in Vancouver is seeking an experienced LAA to join its growing team. Known for sophisticated, high-calibre litigation work, the firm combines the quality of a larger practice with a warm, approachable and collegial culture where every team member is valued.

This is an excellent chance for a litigation qualified who knows how a file moves from pleadings to trial, stays ahead of deadlines without being prompted, and enjoys being part of a close-knit team. The successful candidate will support a partner and two associates, and work closely with the wider support team during busy periods.

Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to three commercial litigation lawyers, balancing competing priorities and deadlines across their files
Support litigation files through every stage, applying working knowledge of the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules
Prepare, file and serve court documents, including electronic filing through Court Services Online (CSO), and coordinate service, mail and couriers
Book chambers applications, including long chambers, registrar's hearings and related appearances
Prepare books of authorities, application records, and trial and appeal materials




Conduct corporate registry and land title searches
Review incoming pleadings, work out the deadlines they trigger, and diarize them proactively
Keep an accurate bring-forward system and calendar of limitation dates, court dates and key deadlines
Open, organize, maintain and close electronic files
Manage the billing cycle, including reviewing WIP, preparing pre-bills and draft accounts, and finalizing invoices
Liaise with outside vendors to arrange out-of-town hearings and trials, staff events, and client and colleague gifts
Help other lawyers and support staff meet deadlines as a team when needed
Share general office duties with the rest of the admin team

Qualifications
Minimum 2+ years of civil litigation experience; corporate/commercial litigation experience is strongly preferred
Solid understanding of the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules, litigation deadlines and bring-forward systems
Hands-on experience with CSO filings, books of authorities, and corporate and land title searches
Familiarity with the legal billing process; experience with cloud-based practice management and e-discovery platforms is an asset

📌 Legal Administrative Assistant Vancouver (Canada)
🏢 Smith Legal Search
📍 Canada