Legal Administrative Assistant - Commercial Litigation
- Full-time
Commercial Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant
Location: Surrey, BC
Salary: $74,000 to $85,000, depending on experience
Position: Full-Time
Arlyn Recruiting is working with an established, full-service BC law firm seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join its Commercial Litigation team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation LAA who is confident managing busy files, understands BC litigation procedures, and enjoys working in a professional and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support while managing deadlines, document preparation, scheduling, correspondence, and day-to-day file organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Open, organize, maintain, and close litigation files
- Draft and prepare correspondence, authorizations, and discovery appointments
- Manage incoming documents and file-related materials
- Prepare litigation documents and pleadings, including application records and Briefs of Authorities
- Coordinate mediations, examinations for discovery, trials, client meetings, and other appointments
- Maintain electronic calendars and scheduling
- Manage bring-forward and limitation systems
- Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, adjusters, and other parties
- Prepare and process client invoices and assist with collections and follow-up
- Provide additional administrative and file support as required
Qualifications
- Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution
- Minimum 6 years of Legal Administrative Assistant experience, ideally within litigation
- Strong knowledge of BC litigation processes and court procedures
- Solid understanding of court filing and service requirements
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time-management and prioritization abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion
- Ability to manage a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Compensation & Benefits
The position offers a competitive salary of $74,000 to $85,000, based on experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Additional offerings include flexible and individualized work arrangements, pension plan eligibility after two years, a professional development allowance, generous vacation, and paid sick and personal days.
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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