At Preszler Law Firm, we believe our people, our culture and the way we do business is important. That's why when we hire; we look for a combination of fit and skills.

Preszler Law firm runs more trials than any personal injury law firm in the country. We are focused on getting excellent results for clients. We do not view our business as a job but instead as a calling rooted in access to justice for traditionally vulnerable populations. The right candidate will share our motivations for personal injury work while also having an interest and appreciation for running a sustainable and growing business.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Vancouver office to join the role of Legal Administrative Assistant working within our litigation department. Reporting to the Managing Partners, your role will include but are not limited to the following:

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

Preparing, editing, and proofreading correspondence
Inputting data into FileVine for limitation tracking
Arranging discoveries, mediations, pre-trial, and settlement conferences
Pre and post preparation for discoveries, mediations, and pre-trials
Handling incoming mail
Maintaining lawyer's calendar
Drafting pleadings
Reviewing and organizing medical briefs
Managing files through all stages of the legal process
Drafting routine correspondence and memos
Ensuring court filings are completed in an accurate and timely manner
Requisitioning cheques for payment of invoices and court fees
Assisting with intake calls from prospective clients
Other duties as assigned

Experience:

Legal Certificate an asset but not required.
Legal Experience - 1 to 3 years commendable but not required.
Have excellent time management and organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
Be empathetic with an effective ability to build rapport with clients.
Excellent accuracy and the ability to exercise initiative and good judgement.
Flexible and adaptable to changing work demands, volumes and schedules.
Other clerical and administrative support duties as directed by the management and/or legal team.

We offer a friendly work environment, a competitive salary and a benefits package.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume to us.

We thank all applicants however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $42,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Company events
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Work from home
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC