Legal Assistant - Employment/Indigenous

Aird & Berlis LLP•Vancouver, BC

7d•CA$60,000 - CA$80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Aird & Berlis LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant to support lawyers in their Indigenous practice group, with a primary focus on Employment and Labour law. The ideal candidate will possess strong time management, organizational, and multi-tasking skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. This role requires speed, accuracy, and strong attention to detail. The position is suitable for a self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills and a professional attitude.

Requirements

Minimum of five years’ experience as a Legal Assistant in Litigation and Employment law
Successful completion of a post-secondary level legal assistant or paralegal program
Previous experience with Caselines
Familiarity with the Canada Labour Code
Knowledge of various tribunals, courts and the Rules of Civil Procedure
The ability to be flexible to the changing demands of the job
Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands
Keep on top of lawyers and work without instructions, when appropriate
Strong technical skills using MS Office and ACL
Extremely organized and meticulous with follow-up
Ability to take initiative and problem solve
Client service oriented
Ability to problem solve
Strong interpersonal skills
Organized
Detailed

Responsibilities

Assist with editing, formatting, and proof reading of various labour and employment and litigation documentation, letters, and routine correspondence
Track all critical due dates
Arrange meetings, discoveries and mediations
Communicate professionally with all internal and external clients, as well as with various court and tribunal offices and opposing counsel(s)
Assist with calendar management and scheduling of client meetings
Assisting with travel arrangements, including booking of accommodation and flights
Handle administrative details with respect to accounting, opening and closing files, docketing, billing, etc.
Accountable for all work assigned
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Produce the highest quality of work
Takes initiative