Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation (Abbotsford)

Litigation Legal Assistant

Abbotsford, BC | Full-Time, Permanent | $60,000–$70,000

Arlyn Recruiting is working with a well-established BC law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its busy civil litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation assistant who is comfortable taking ownership of their work, understands how a litigation file progresses from beginning to end, and enjoys being an integral part of a busy legal team.

The successful candidate will ideally bring 3–5 years of solid civil litigation experience and be capable of managing files and priorities with a good degree of independence. While experience in construction litigation, builder’s liens, collections, foreclosures or enforcement matters would be a strong asset, it is not essential. Candidates with a strong general civil litigation foundation are encouraged to apply.

The Role

Working alongside lawyers, paralegals and legal support professionals, you will assist with a high-volume litigation practice and provide support throughout the lifecycle of files.

Responsibilities may include:

• Preparing, formatting and revising legal documents, correspondence and court materials
• Assisting with court filings and litigation deadlines
• Maintaining and organizing litigation files from opening through completion
• Managing calendars, scheduling and key dates
• Preparing application and hearing materials, including binders
• Assisting with desk order applications and other court-related documentation
• Supporting files involving collections, foreclosures and post-judgment enforcement
• Communicating professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts and other parties
• Maintaining accurate and organized electronic and physical files
• Proactively monitoring matters and identifying upcoming requirements and deadlines
• Providing general administrative and litigation support as required

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Approximately 3–5 years of Legal Administrative Assistant experience, ideally within civil litigation
• A strong understanding of the overall litigation process and lifecycle of a file
• Experience managing litigation matters beyond individual assigned administrative tasks
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a busy, deadline-driven workload
• The confidence to work relatively independently while collaborating effectively with lawyers, paralegals and other support staff
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of responsibility for their work
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to learn new processes and practice-specific procedures quickly

Experience with any of the following would be considered an asset:

• Construction litigation and disputes
• Builder’s liens
• Collections
• Foreclosures
• Receivership matters
• Post-judgment enforcement

Compensation & Work Environment

• Salary: $60,000–$70,000, depending on experience
• Full-time, permanent position
• Established and busy civil litigation practice
• Collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work on a varied litigation caseload

About Arlyn Recruiting and How to Apply

Arlyn Recruiting collaborates with leading law firms across Canada to help candidates secure opportunities aligned with their education, skills, and career ambitions. Submit your application through the Arlyn Recruiting website or email your resume directly to info@arlynrecruiting.com.

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