Legal Administrative Assistant, Corporate
About The Position
Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. The firm has been recognized as the largest law firm in Vancouver by Lexpert. Our lawyers have received national and international recognition in numerous legal directories and publications. Our clients are leaders in the jurisdictions where we are located and around the world. Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support lawyers in both our Corporate Finance and Securities, and Estates and Wealth Advisory groups, in our Vancouver office. The successful candidate is an enthusiastic and hardworking team player. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.
Requirements
- Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution
- Minimum 3 years of previous experience as a legal administrative assistant
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
- Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a collegial team
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, producing accurate, high-quality work while ensuring consistency across tasks and documents
- Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to work, taking ownership of assignments and independently utilizing available resources, precedent files, and research while exercising sound judgment in determining when to seek guidance
- Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner
- Highly dependable and adaptable with great work ethic
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience in the Corporate Finance & Securities and/or Estates and Wealth Advisory practice areas is an asset
- Prior knowledge of data management systems (i.e. iManage) and billing software (i.e. Aderant) is an asset
Responsibilities
- Handle billing, including preparation and distribution of monthly invoices
- Format, revise, and finalize legal documents
- Open new client files and matters
- Prepare expense reports
- Maintain an efficient file management and bring forward system
- Maintain a full calendar, email management and managing lawyers’ practice
- Liaise with legal assistants, paralegals, lawyers, and clients regarding file progress
- Provide overflow support and perform general administrative duties as required
Benefits
- extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D
- defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program
- vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year
- Paid Parental Leave top up
- Educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their skills and knowledge in the legal field
- reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment
- access to the fitness centre in our office building
- annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events
- long term service and bonus vacation awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
