Litigation Legal Assistant
Litigation Legal Assistant
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Job Description
Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver Kelowna Calgary and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BCs Top Employers for 2025. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest growing law firm in Western Canada.
Lawson Lundell LLP is seekinga Litigation Legal Assistantto join our Litigation group in our Calgary office. The successful candidate is an enthusiastic and hardworking team player regular working hours for this role areMonday Friday 8:30am 4:30pm.
Standard Responsibilities
- Draft format and prepare legal correspondence and court documents with a high level of accuracy
- Enter and manage timekeeping and billing records using firm software
- Prepare and reconcile expense reports
- Maintain organized and up-to-date filing systems including a bring-forward system for critical deadlines
- Monitor and manage limitation dates and court deadlines
- File court documents in accordance with the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal rules and procedures
- Provide overflow support to other team members as required
- Perform a variety of general administrative tasks to support legal professionals
Qualifications
- Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited post-secondary institution
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in a litigation-focused legal environment
- Strong understanding of litigation processes rules and court procedures
- Proficient in Supreme Court and Court of Appeal filing requirements
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel Outlook Microsoft 365)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting
- Highly organized with exceptional time management and problem-solving skills
- Professional and client-service focused with strong attention to detail
- Dependable adaptable and committed to producing high-quality work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Exciting perks and benefits of working at Lawson
- Competitive Compensation
- Health Benefits: extended health dental vision out of country life AD&D
- Lifestyle Benefit:reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list including memberships and gym equipment
- Education Reimbursement:We are committed to growth and development and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their knowledge in the legal field.
- Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks personal days sick time and a volunteer day every year
- Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm RRSP TFSA year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program
- Fun Environment: annual year-end party happy hours staff appreciation week and many other social events
- Awards: long-term service and bonus vacation awards
If you are a dedicated professional with a strong work ethic a collaborative spirit and a positive attitude we invite you to apply by submitting your resume and cover letter.
Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
