Full Time Legal Administrative Assistant

2017.06.28 //

Lindsay LLP is seeking a full time Legal Administrative Assistant with experience in insurance defence practice. An ideal candidate for this position is an energetic, self-starter with qualifications, skills and experience, including the following:

• Graduate of an accredited Legal Administrative Assistant program;
• 3 to 5 years of experience in ICBC defence or general insurance defence practice;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including composing, editing and proofreading;
• Ability to handle a busy practice and multitask;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion and maintain confidentiality; and
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a legal team.

Duties for the position include the following:

• Schedule mediations, independent medical examinations, appointments and maintain electronic calendars;
• Organize files, document binders, and other file related materials on an ongoing basis;
• Draft correspondence and attend to court filings;
• Working with a Trial Coordinator to schedule examination for discovery and trials; and
• Prepare and maintain BF system and limitation systems in accordance with the firm’s policy and practice.

Candidates will possess the following attributes:

• A solid understanding of civil litigation procedures;
• Proficient with Word, Outlook, and E-filing of court documents; and
• Knowledge in Worldox Document Management System will be an asset.

Lindsay LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including health and dental plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a matching RRSP Program after 1 year of employment with the firm. Please forward your cover letter, résumé, transcripts, and references in confidence to careers@lindsay.ca