Legal Assistant (Family Law)

Humans of HR is an upcoming boutique recruitment agency in Vancouver and is very quickly becoming the go-to agency for hiring and placement of skilled professionals. Combined with our vast network and extraordinary customer-centric approach, we are the obvious choice in helping you find your next home.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Look no further than our client, a professional services company nestled in the heart of beautiful Vancouver. They are eagerly seeking a Family Law Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team. As a growing company, they provide a stimulating environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded. Beyond the impressive professional opportunities, this organization prides itself on fostering a tight-knit, family-like culture. You'll find yourself surrounded by passionate individuals who work collaboratively and support one another, creating an uplifting atmosphere that fuels personal and collective success. Moreover, the leadership team is exceptional, providing unwavering support and guidance to help you thrive in your role. Join this remarkable company, embrace the challenges, and become part of a close-knit community that nurtures your growth, both professionally and personally.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing, delivering, and filing legal documents for court proceedings, such as Trial Notices or Lawyer Change Notices.
• Monitoring deadlines to ensure compliance with court limitations.
• Providing administrative assistance, including transcribing dictated material and preparing monthly invoices.
• Arranging dates for trials, discoveries, meetings, and conferences, and confirming these dates with all relevant parties as necessary.
• Initiating and upholding file systems, ensuring adherence to firm guidelines by following protocols, conducting conflict searches, managing a substantial volume of emails, maintaining schedules and reminders, and generating routine correspondence.

Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, proactive, and resourceful.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong judgment and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion.
• Thorough understanding and familiarity with the regulations, practices, and procedures of the Supreme Court of British Columbia, as well as filing deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail, striving to produce high-quality work with precision.
• Willingness to work overtime if necessary.
• Successful completion of a post-secondary Legal Administrative Assistant program or its practical equivalent.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills, capable of working well under pressure, accomplishing tasks swiftly and accurately, and effectively multitasking in response to changing circumstances.
• Highly focused on providing exceptional client service.
• Proficient in file organization and time management.
• Knowledge of Family Law rules and procedures would be advantageous.
• Candidates with valid working visas are encouraged to apply.

At Humans of HR, we support the development and growth of our candidates to reach their full potential. If you are thinking about your next career move and the above role is just the right fit, please send us your resume along with a cover letter in confidence and one of our consultants will be in touch for a confidential discussion.