Position: Receptionist/Office Support/Legal Administrative Assistant
Type: Full-Time
About Employer
We are a boutique family law firm operated from a convenient location in Vancouver. We are committed to providing clients the best service possible and help them navigate the process of separation/divorce with dedication and professionalism. We take pride in our client care and respectful and collegial work environment. This is a place where you can learn, grow, and enjoy work-life balance. We need a team member who can cover the front desk, office administration, and support our lawyers and legal administrative assistants with their files. The ideal candidate would be someone dedicated, organized, versatile, eager to learn, and ready to help.
Employer Website
https://www.westsidefamilylaw.ca
Main Responsibilities
- Law office front desk duties, including greeting clients, answering telephone calls, responding to inquires, processing payments, posting disbursements, opening and closing files, managing and scheduling meetings, coordinating general office duties
- Preliminary drafting of correspondence and legal documents
- Assisting in book-keeping, handling bills and invoices, drafting cover letters
- Assisting lawyers and team in court-related matters, including preparing application records, books of authority, and other court materials
- Assisting lawyers and team in day-to-day correspondence
- Handling mails and courier
- Organizing and maintaining electronic/physical files and keeping track of incoming/outgoing documents and communications
- Monitoring and procuring office supplies
- Miscellaneous tasks around the office
Minimum Qualification
- Must be fluent in written and oral English
- Post-secondary diplomas/certificates/degrees
- Two years of experience in legal administration
- High proficiency in Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Acrobat skills
- Familiarity with Unity Accounting (Esilaw) and DivorceMate
- Must be authorized to work in Canada
Nice to Have But Not Required
- Fluency in Mandarin or other second language
- Experience in family law or civil litigation
Salary: Commensurate with experience and skills
Expected start date: 2026-06-22 (negotiable)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00-$48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- How many employers have you worked with in the past 10 years, including the current one?
Experience:
- Law Office: 2 years (preferred)
- MS Office: 5 years (required)
Language:
- fluent English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person
