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Litigation Legal Assistant

Posted on Jun 24

Woodward & Company Lawyers Llp

1022 Government StreetVictoria, BCV8W 1X7

Languages English

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 yearsor equivalent experience

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Health benefits

Health care plan, Disability benefits, Dental plan, Vision care benefits

Other benefits

Learning/training paid by employer, Paid time off (volunteering or personal days), Wellness program

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits, Life insurance, Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), Other benefits

Financial benefits Bonus

Specific Skills

Determine and establish office procedures and routines; Record and prepare minutes of court sessions, meetings or conferences; Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations; Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents; Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage; Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material and co-ordinate the flow of information

Area of Work Experience

Reports and records; Correspondence; Civil litigation

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

MS Excel; MS PowerPoint; MS Word; Legal software applications; MS Outlook; Information management system; Microsoft Publisher; PCLaw in the Cloud

Additional Skills

Train and supervise staff; Schedule and confirm appointments; Maintain filing system

Area of Specialization

Aboriginal or First Nations education; Legal services

Work Setting Litigation; Legal firm; General law practice

Security and Safety

Criminal record check; Confidential security clearance

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Valid driver's licence; Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Large caseload; Tight deadlines

Ability to Supervise 3-4 people

Work Location Information Willing to relocate

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Dependability; Reliability; Organized

Workplace information Remote work available

Health benefits

Health care plan; Disability benefits; Dental plan; Vision care benefits

Financial benefits Bonus

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits; Life insurance; Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP); Other benefits

Other benefits

Learning/training paid by employer; Paid time off (volunteering or personal days); Wellness program

Screening questions

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?; Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?; Are you willing to relocate for this position?; What is the highest level of study you have completed?; Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?; Do you have the necessary equipment for remote work (i.e. internet, home office, etc.)?

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