BC Public Service situated in Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA is currently looking for applications for the role of Legal Assistant who is a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills. The selected candidate must start work promptly. The available position is for a regular or full time job.
Employer Name: BC Public Service
Position: Legal Assistant
Salary: $57,699.62 – $65,135.07 annually
Employment type: Regular, Full-time
Location: Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA (Primary)
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Job Description
- The candidate will be responsible for performing redaction services on sensitive files while ensuring compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
- The candidate will be responsible for making independent decisions on various legal issues to support organizational goals and desired results.
- The candidate will be responsible for maintaining current knowledge of Acts, Rules, Regulations, and other legal rules and procedures within the area of practice and updating internal precedents and procedures as required.
- The candidate will be responsible for coordinating meetings and appointments and arranging logistics such as meeting rooms, travel, and accommodation.
- The candidate will be responsible for analyzing the elements of complex legal matters required to bring cases to a conclusion.
- The candidate will be responsible for maintaining a records management system, including the disposal, archiving, retrieval, and security of electronic and hardcopy files.
- The candidate will be responsible for providing legal assistance and support by drafting and typing legal documents, including Bills of Cost, Summons, Trial Briefs, Chambers Records, Factums, and Affidavits, while ensuring compliance with statutory, judicial, and Rules of Court requirements.
- The candidate will be responsible for notifying civilian and police witnesses by subpoena, explaining their legal rights and responsibilities, arranging interviews and court attendance, and calculating fees and expenses.
- The candidate will be responsible for scheduling case management conferences, hearings, trials, pre-trials, examinations for discovery, examinations in aid of execution, mediations, and arbitrations in consultation with opposing counsel, trial coordinator offices, clients, and lay litigants.
- The candidate will be responsible for maintaining a diary system for assigned legal counsel to ensure timely responses to correspondence, compliance with limitation periods, and attendance at appointments.
- The candidate will be responsible for assisting legal counsel with IT issues and coordinating with appropriate resources on their behalf.
- The candidate will be responsible for conducting online searches using various registries and legal databases, including Land Titles Registry, Personal Property Registry, QP LegalEze, and QuickLaw, and preparing reports on findings.
- The candidate will be responsible for proofreading, editing, and preparing a variety of legal documents.
- The candidate will be responsible for analyzing current work processes and recommending solutions to improve operational efficiencies.
- The candidate will be responsible for participating in and coordinating special projects and initiatives.
- The candidate will be responsible for assisting with formal and informal training for other legal assistants regarding Branch and government policies and procedures required to meet operational needs.
Job Requirements
- The candidate must have completed secondary school graduation.
- The candidate must have completed a Legal Office Administrative Assistant program from a recognized institution or an equivalent program.
- The candidate must have experience working in a legal environment.
- The candidate will be considered if they possess an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
- Preference may be given to candidates with one or more years of experience working in a legal environment.
- Preference may be given to candidates with one or more years of experience in litigation.
- Preference may be given to candidates with experience in labour, employment, and human rights law.
- Preference may be given to candidates with experience that exceeds the minimum job requirements listed above.
- The candidate must be located in British Columbia at the time of employment.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate must undergo a Criminal Record Check (CRC).
Benefits
- The candidate will have the opportunity to join a team that offers an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.
- The employer will provide reasonable accommodations across all stages of the hiring process, including during assessment and selection.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through the provided channels or options.