Litigation Legal Assistant, Bankruptcy & Insolvency

Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant, Bankruptcy & Insolvency 

Location: Vancouver, BC

Competition Number: MLTA-VAN-202609-069

Base Salary: $65,000 - $80,000. Compensation based on skills and experience

Who we are

MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 375 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the Globe and Mail, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients. 

Job summary

MLT Aikins is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant responsible for providing administrative and clerical support in the Bankruptcy & Insolvency group of the Vancouver office. Our ideal candidate is highly organized, has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and can follow instructions with minimal supervision and be able to thrive in a fast-paced, professional environment. 

Responsibilities include:

• Editing and formatting legal correspondence and documents including pleadings, affidavits and court forms
• Filing documents with courts following British Columbia procedures and deadlines
• Assisting with trial and hearing preparation including compiling briefs and organizing exhibits
• Performing various administrative tasks including file opening and closing, billing and follow-up to review outstanding accounts, copying and scanning
• Managing calendars, coordinating meetings, scheduling hearings and monitoring deadlines
• Maintaining an efficient digital file system utilizing strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Performing additional administrative tasks as required

Qualifications include:

• Graduate of a recognized Legal Assistant program or equivalent 
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a litigation practice in BC
• Experience or familiarity with bankruptcy and insolvency law is strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of BC Supreme Court Civil Rules and litigation procedures
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• The ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision and thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment
• Advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and document management software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading, spelling and grammar skills
• Strong organization skills and exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• A client-focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients

We offer:

• A competitive salary including individual performance bonus
• Flexible benefit plans for dental, health and wellness benefits
• Access to group savings plans and investment options
• Earned Days Off Program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Mentorship and support
• A positive and inclusive work environment 

Our Diversity Statement

MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings. 

If this sounds like you, please submit your resumé and cover letter by using the Apply Button. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.