Practice Assistant – EMER

We are seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant with a strong background in litigation to join a highly reputable and well-established national law firm in Downtown Vancouver. This one-year maternity leave contract is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional client service. If you’re looking to expand your skills within a collaborative, high-performing legal team, this role offers meaningful responsibilities, strong operational support, and the opportunity to contribute to an industry-leading firm.

About Our Client
Our client is one of Canada’s largest and most respected national law firms. With a strong market presence across the country, the firm is known for its commitment to exceptional client service, innovation, and professional excellence. Their Vancouver office fosters a supportive, collaborative culture grounded in integrity, teamwork, and talent development.

About The Opportunity
This one-year maternity leave contract offers an excellent opportunity to step into a vital role within the Environmental and Regulatory Practice Group. The successful Legal Assistant will coordinate workflow, support daily operations, and contribute to high-level client service. This position provides exposure to complex legal work, opportunities to develop advanced administrative skills, and the chance to be part of a cohesive and high-performing national team.

About The Position
Working closely with lawyers, administrative teams, and the department’s Team Leader, the Legal Assistant will manage legal administrative workflows, coordinate document production, maintain files and records, and serve as a central communication point for internal and external stakeholders. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong multitasking abilities, and the ability to anticipate the needs of a busy litigation practice.

The Requirements
Must-Haves

• LAA Certificate from an accredited program
• Willingness to work in office full time
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar legal administrative or litigation support role

Technical & Role Requirements

• 3-5 years of solid Civil Litigation experience, including Rules of Civil Procedure and assembling court documents (Environmental and Regulatory experience an asset)
• Accurate typing speed of approximately 60 wpm
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and legal research tools
• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Ability to take initiative, think ahead, and remain adaptable
• LawPro, ACL, and iManage experience considered an asset
• Sound understanding of legal support services
• A desire to continue enhancing personal skills and contributing to a high-performance team

Nice to Haves

• Previous Environmental and Regulatory litigation experience
• E-billing experience
• CRM or client-data management experience

Compensation

• Salary range: $50,000-$70,000 based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid vacation and statutory holidays
• Access to firmwide resources, training, and development programs
• One-year maternity leave contract

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