Jr. Legal Administrative Assistant (Family Law)

• Opportunity to join a law firm that believes in work-life balance
• Receive a competitive salary of $22 to $25 per hour, based on knowledge and experience, plus benefits!

Drysdale Bacon McStravick LLP

Drysdale Bacon McStravick LLP (DBM Law), a leading legal team in the Tri-Cities area since 1976, offers exceptional services across various practices. With expertise in Wills and Estates, Business Law, Real Estate Law, Family Law, Personal Injury Law, Commercial Litigation and Estate Litigation, our lawyers provide clear answers and guide clients through their options.

At DBM Law, we believe in practicing a personable and attentive approach with our clients and making sure that they are involved and understand every step of the legal process. For our employees, we truly believe in maintaining a great work-life balance. Our close-knit office provides a fun, supportive, and challenging work environment that encourages you to build your legal career as well as take time to relax with your family and friends.

For more information about our firm please visit dbmlaw.ca.

About The Opportunity

DBM Law has an opportunity for an Jr. Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Family Law team, consisting of two lawyers and their senior assistant, in Coquitlam, British Columbia. This is a temporary position that will last several months and could become permanent at some point in the future. The position is an in-office, part time role consisting of 2 to 4 days per week. We will work with you to build a schedule that is mutually convenient.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Maintain bring forward or tracking system for limitation and follow-up dates
• Time entry and invoice preparation
• Review and file e-mail correspondence
• Perform a variety of administrative tasks, such as file maintenance and organization
• Open and close client files
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes and couriers
• Prepare correspondence and legal documents from handwritten and precedent documents
• Speak with and correspond with the courts and opposing counsel regarding scheduling of hearings, trials, examinations for discovery and other events involved in the litigation process
• Respond to client calls and general inquiries

More About You

To qualify, you will have graduated from a Legal Administrative Assistant program or have other administrative work experience, including work in a family practice. Training will be provided for a successful candidate who is new to the profession.

The Following Skills And Experiences Are Also Required

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Experience working with Court Services Online would be an asset;
• Attention to detail is essential;
• Understanding of court procedures and documentation;
• Experience working with DivorceMate would be an asset;
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)
• Strong organizational skills.

About The Benefits

In exchange for your efforts, you’ll be rewarded with an attractive salary based upon $22 to $25 per hour, depending upon your knowledge and experience, plus the following benefits:

• Pension after a year - 5% matching
• Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Annual fitness benefit
• Extended health, dental, AD&D insurance -> 100% employer-paid premium

If you’re looking for an opportunity to join an established law firm then apply today!