Estate Litigation Legal Assistant
Estate Litigation Legal Assistant
Surrey BC
$60,000-70,000
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THE ROLE
We are partnering with a reputable Canadian law firm located in Surrey, BC. Currently, we are looking to add an additional member to their Estate Litigation team as they have a need for a Legal Assistant!
Responsibilities:
- Draft correspondence, pleadings, and key legal documents such as Trial Briefs, Case Plan Proposals, Lists of Documents, Application Records, and Orders.
- Organize and maintain case files, update binders, manage document intake, and assemble exhibits for affidavits and trial.
- Coordinate hearings, discoveries, mediations, and trial dates while managing the lawyer’s schedule.
- Oversee email correspondence, track deadlines, prepare invoices, and assist with file opening, organization, and closure.
- Act as a key point of contact for clients and opposing counsel, ensuring smooth case progress.
- Perform land title, corporate, and court registry searches while retrieving necessary legal documents.
Qualifications:
- Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- At least 4 years in litigation; experience in estate litigation is a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook, with a strong grasp of Supreme Court Rules.
- Highly detail-oriented with strong time management and multitasking skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exercises sound judgment, maintains confidentiality, and demonstrates professionalism.
- Thrives under pressure, able to work both independently and collaboratively.
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