A well-regarded commercial litigation boutique in Vancouver is seeking an experienced LAA to join its growing team. Known for sophisticated, high-calibre litigation work, the firm combines the quality of a larger practice with a warm, approachable and collegial culture where every team member is valued.

This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation professional who knows how a file moves from pleadings to trial, stays ahead of deadlines without being prompted, and enjoys being part of a close-knit team. The successful candidate will support a partner and two associates, and work closely with the wider support team during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to three commercial litigation lawyers, balancing competing priorities and deadlines across their files
• Support litigation files through every stage, applying working knowledge of the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules
• Prepare, file and serve court documents, including electronic filing through Court Services Online (CSO), and coordinate service, mail and couriers
• Book chambers applications, including long chambers, registrar’s hearings and related appearances
• Prepare books of authorities, application records, and trial and appeal materials
• Conduct corporate registry and land title searches
• Review incoming pleadings, work out the deadlines they trigger, and diarize them proactively
• Keep an accurate bring-forward system and calendar of limitation dates, court dates and key deadlines
• Open, organize, maintain and close electronic files
• Manage the billing cycle, including reviewing WIP, preparing pre-bills and draft accounts, and finalizing invoices
• Liaise with outside vendors to arrange out-of-town hearings and trials, staff events, and client and colleague gifts
• Help other lawyers and support staff meet deadlines as a team when needed
• Share general office duties with the rest of the admin team

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of civil litigation experience; corporate/commercial litigation experience is strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules, litigation deadlines and bring-forward systems
• Hands-on experience with CSO filings, books of authorities, and corporate and land title searches
• Familiarity with the legal billing process; experience with cloud-based practice management and e-discovery platforms is an asset

Salary range: $55,000 – $65,000

Location: DT Vancouver

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