Litigation Legal Assistant

Velletta Pedersen Christie

Velletta Pedersen Christie is a professional, growing downtown Victoria law firm, looking for a bright and detail oriented individual to join our civil litigation team.

We are seeking to fill a permanent, full-time position that provides excellent learning opportunities and mentorship that is ideal for the career motivated litigation assistant.

Job Responsibilities

• Opening and organizing client files and managing file timelines;
• Handling incoming enquires and scheduling client consultations;
• Drafting and sending correspondence including but not limited to letters, emails, and memos;
• Maintaining and organizing lawyers’ calendars, including client meetings and court appearances;
• Preparing and filing documents for the Supreme Court, Provincial Court, Court of Appeal, and Land Title Office (drafting, formatting, editing, and proofreading);
• Filing/Registering documents with BC Online and the Land Title Office;
• Billing clients and facilitating payment of invoices;
• Requesting, organizing, and producing client records; and
• Preparing materials in advance of court appearances (binders, electronic folders).

The ideal candidate will have

• 2 years experience as a legal assistant with knowledge of civil litigation;
• Ability to prepare and manage multiple files;
• Experience with the litigation process, including :Drafting pleadings; Requesting documents such as medical, employment, and other required records; Scheduling trials, hearings, applications, and conferences; Regular communications with clients, counsel, adjusters, and the like; Preparation of emails, letters, and memos; Limitation and service deadlines;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines in a fast paced environment;
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team;
• Maintains a positive, can do attitude;
• Enthusiastic about advancing their career; and
• Strong working knowledge of legal software.

What we provide

• Dedicated management and friendly working environment;
• Technically progressive, well equipped office space;
• Breakfast provided every Friday;
• Employee kitchen which includes coffee and tea;
• Benefits after a probationary period.

Salary

$45,000 to $65,000, Commensurate with the candidates number of year’s experience

Working Conditions:

• Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• 1 hour lunch break

For more information about Velletta Pedersen Christie please visit our website www.victorialaw.ca

Please submit a resume and cover letter, in, a single pdf, by email to ***email_hidden***.

While we thank all that apply only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Work Location: In person

Benefits: Extended health care