Legal Assistant - Litigation

Norton Rose Fulbright • Vancouver, BC

57d • Hybrid

About The Position

Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP is currently seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented legal assistant to work with the litigation group in our Vancouver office. This position will appeal to candidates who enjoy a fun, challenging position in an office with a great culture. The primary responsibilities of the position are outlined below:

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in a legal assistant position preferably with litigation experience
• Graduate of Legal Administrative Assistant program or relevant experience
• Knowledge of Supreme Court of British Columbia rules and procedures
• Advanced PC skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite (Chrome River, SAP, MS Teams, iManage knowledge would be an asset)
• Able to work with minimal direction or instructions
• Able to delegate work appropriately to other service departments and/or Administrative Clerks
• Able to manage, organize and prioritize work independently
• Able to maintain excellent working relationships with all staff
• Excellent spelling and grammar skills

Nice To Haves

• Chrome River, SAP, MS Teams, iManage knowledge would be an asset

Responsibilities

• Edit, format and revise pleadings, agreement documents, letters, memos, reports, forms and other documents using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Manage documents on cloud share platforms and virtual deal rooms, track new versions and prepare blacklines
• Initiate documentation and correspondence on files
• Maintain files, including assisting with opening and closing client/matter files
• Update client file lists
• Maintain an efficient file management and bring forward system
• Perform administrative and related duties as assigned and assist others in the department as required
• Perform a variety of routine tasks as well as special projects as required
• Attending at the Court Registries to file legal documentation
• Scanning, photocopying and compiling court documents and briefs
• Prepare cheque requisitions and courier packages for delivery
• Liaise with Client Billing Team for monthly production of accounts
• Handling incoming and outgoing mail
• Perform administrative and related duties as assigned and assist others in the department as required
• Perform a variety of routine tasks as well as special projects as required

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Benefit premiums paid by the firm
• Telemedicine services
• Wellness matters: Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!
• Training and development programs based on your interests and needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed