Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation

Location
2100 - 1075 West Georgia St, Vancouver, Canada### Description Over the last 100 years, Guild Yule LLP has maintained its reputation as a firm which offers the highest quality of professional services. The values and standards set by earlier generations have remained and it is comprised of a dynamic group of lawyers and staff who practice law in a spirit of collegiality and openness.

We value our familial and friendly culture and are seeking a full-time Litigation Administrative Assistant to join our team.

Responsibilities:
• Drafting correspondence and attending to court filings  
• Scheduling mediations, discoveries and appointments  
• Maintaining electronic calendars  
• Organizing files, document binders and other file materials  
• Entering lawyers' time, billing  
• Opening files  
• Maintaining Bring Forward system  
• Other administrative support as required

Key

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant within a law firm  
• Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program

Key

Skills:

• Experience with court documents and court filings; experience in insurance defense a definite asset  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate clearly using discretion, tact and courtesy  
• Proficiency with computers including MS Word, Excel and other relevant programs  
• Excellent document drafting skills  
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail  
• Client service orientation  
• Ability to handle a high volume of work in a fast paced environment  
• Ability to work in independently and in a team environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits program  
• Challenging and supportive work environment  
• Strong work/life balance  
• Employee Assistance Program Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume to Human Resources at  thank all that apply, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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