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Senior Litigation Legal Assistant

Woodward & Company LLP is seeking a senior Legal Assistant to join us as a full-time member of our team. This position requires a confident, outgoing and engaging individual who displays professionalism, common sense, self-motivation and a mature work ethic. ACCOUNTABILITIES: -Preparing documents including: drafting, formatting, editing, correspondence, memos, agreements, reports, pleadings, and court documents -Attending to all procedures surrounding the filing and serving of court pleadings and documents -Coordinating with court registries to arrange for hearings, submissions, and trials JOB REQUIREMENTS: -Grade 12 graduation supplemented with at 5 + years litigation experience -Preference may be given to candidates with the completion of a Legal Assistant program from an accredited educational institution in Canada KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES -Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe, BC Online -A knowledge and appreciation of legal practices, terminology, and procedures -Able to interpret rules of court in various levels of court -Maintaining and organizing electronic and paper filing systems. -Organizing and maintaining lawyers' calendars and Bring Forward (BF) system -Strong communication and interpersonal skills -Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness -Willingness to learn new technological applications -Über keen attention to detail -Work well autonomously and within a team -Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of this position - Previous experience in a Management capacity is an asset BENEFITS & PERKS: -Competitive salary to commensurate with experience -Group Health Coverage -Employer RSP contribution (4.5% of gross salary) -Annual Professional Development allowance -Paid vacation, sick days, and personal days to help balance outside commitments -Transportation allowance -Outgoing and friendly firm culture that provides for lots of social opportunities to connect with your co-workers Please submit your application materials in PDF format only addressed to Jamie Zyla, Human Resources

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January 20, 2020
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