Jamal Law Group is a growing downtown firm specializing in Family Law and currently seeks a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant wishing to join a collegial, inclusive, and supportive team that works in a fast-paced, paperless environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Successful completion of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program or relevant experience;
• Previous experience as a legal assistant desired, ideally in the area of family law or civil litigation;
• Ability to receive and interpret instructions and prepare required documentation, including court documents, letters, and memos;
• Familiarity with the court registries, both provincial and supreme;
• Experience working on files engaged in an alternate dispute resolution process an asset;
• Understanding of BC civil litigation practices and procedures, with an emphasis on family law;
• Ability to read and understand the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules and/or BC Supreme Court Family Rules;
• Strong technical skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe;
• Experience with DivorceMate, Adobe, BC Online, myLTSA, and Court Services Online an asset;
• Experience with PC Law and document management systems an asset;
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and communication skills with an excellent command of the English language;
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail;
• Ability to take initiative to think ahead and seek instructions;
• Ability to prioritize a high volume of tasks and competing priorities;
• Ability to work within a team environment;
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to strict deadlines;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality, and to adapt to changing demands;
• Professional deportment and presence;
• A client-centred approach with the commitment to providing outstanding service.
  Candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume to:
  resumes@jamallaw.ca
  Jamal Law Group
  

  310 – 837 West Hastings Street

Vancouver, BC V6C 3N6
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC V6C 3N6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Responsible for all aspects of managing client and file information, including establishing and maintaining organizational systems to manage paper-flow; client contact; preparing letters and basic court documents; filing court documents; and billing and office administrative tasks.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set meeting dates, mediations, discoveries, hearings, and communicate with registries;
• Arrange court filings and applications;
• Track court dates and limitation dates;
• Open and close files;
• Conduct conflict checks;
• Prepare and draft various correspondence and documents, including court pleadings;
• Assist with the preparation of court applications, trial briefs, and JCC memos;
• Assemble application records, case authorities, trial exhibits, and corresponding indexes;
• Maintain efficient file management and bring forward system;
• Maintain a full calendar, email management, and manage lawyers’ practices;
• Monthly billing;
• Liaise with legal assistants, paralegals, opposing counsel, and clients on file progress and next steps;
• Provide back-up relief Reception and;
• General administrative duties as required.