Estates Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Title: Estates Litigation Legal Assistant Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant for their thriving Estates Litigation practice. You will work alongside a supportive team within a leading Estates Litigation practice where you will be provided mentorship and development for long-term career growth. The firm celebrates diversity and fosters an environment of strong employee engagement. Responsibilities: * Support reporting lawyers with assembling and organizing client case information.
* Assist in the preparation and completion of various litigation documentation such as motion records, pleadings, notices, affidavits, affidavits of documents and correspondence.
* Attending to service and filing of court documents, including preparation of Affidavits of Service and corresponding with process servers where required.
* Ensure legal documents are prepared within timelines set by the lawyers or applicable court dates.
* Manage mediation practice from beginning to end.
* When appropriate, prepare and hyperlink documents for court filings and service of same.
* Manage and track due dates and deadlines, especially in respect of litigation files.
* Scan, file and e-file a large volume of emails and documents.
* Proofreading letter correspondence and compiling enclosures.
* Communicating with clients in a professional and friendly manner.
* Be obsessed with the details and maintain a high quality of work.
* Handle daily administrative details.
* Manage duties related to accounting and billing.
* Arrange meetings and provide calendar management. Requirements: * Minimum of five years of legal assistant experience in Estates Litigation or two years as a Paralegal within Estates Litigation in BC.
* Successful completion of a post-secondary Legal Assistant program.
* Previous litigation working experience and knowledge of the British Columbia Rules of Civil Procedure.
* Proficient with PC LAW and Worldox or comparable programs. Skills: * Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications.
* Ability to problem solve.
* Good judgement and decision making.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Able to maintain confidentiality.
* Takes initiative and is resourceful.
* Organized and detail-oriented- you are a guru of the "Bring Forward" (BF) organization system. Why You Should Apply: * Opportunities for growth and on the job training and development.
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.
* Career development and mentorship.
* Wellness programs and health benefits.
* Employee engagement- events and activities. Interested in learning more? Apply online confidentially or send your resume to: . Have questions? Let's talk! TEL: . Are you a law firm that requires recruitment support? Let's schedule time to speak to review your specific needs! All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.