Litigation Legal Assistant – Bankruptcy & Insolvency

Job summary

Provide administrative and legal support to lawyers in the Bankruptcy & Insolvency group, including drafting and filing legal documents, preparing for hearings and trials, and managing files and deadlines. Coordinate calendars and meetings, assist with billing and accounts follow-up, and maintain accurate digital and physical records.

Job details

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded full-service law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its Vancouver office and support a busy Bankruptcy & Insolvency practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced litigation environment and takes pride in providing high-quality support to lawyers and clients. The Role The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to lawyers within the firm's Bankruptcy & Insolvency group. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism. Key Responsibilities Draft, edit, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, affidavits, court forms, and other legal documents. Prepare and file documents with the courts in accordance with applicable BC procedures and deadlines. Assist with hearing and trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, materials, and litigation briefs. Open, maintain, and close electronic and physical files in accordance with firm procedures. Coordinate lawyer calendars, meetings, hearings, and appointments while monitoring important deadlines. Assist with billing, accounts follow-up, and other administrative functions as required. Maintain organized and accurate digital filing systems and ensure documents are appropriately managed and accessible. Provide general administrative and practice support to the litigation team as needed. Qualifications & Experience Completion of a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant program or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a BC litigation practice. Previous experience in Bankruptcy & Insolvency is strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of BC Supreme Court Civil Rules, court procedures, and litigation processes. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple files, priorities, and deadlines. Strong proofreading, spelling, grammar, and document formatting skills. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and legal document management systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment. Professional, client-focused approach with a high degree of discretion and attention to detail. Compensation & Benefits Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with the opportunity to join an established and professional legal team. About Arlyn Recruiting and How to Apply Arlyn Recruiting collaborates with leading law firms across Canada to help candidates secure opportunities aligned with their education, skills, and career ambitions. Submit your application through the Arlyn Recruiting website or email your resume directly to info@arlynrecruiting.com. Confidentiality Guaranteed: Our services are 100% free and confidential for job seekers.

What you’ll do

Provide administrative and legal support to lawyers in the Bankruptcy & Insolvency group, including drafting and filing legal documents, preparing for hearings and trials, and managing files and deadlines. Coordinate calendars and meetings, assist with billing and accounts follow-up, and maintain accurate digital and physical records.

Requirements

Requires completion of a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant program or equivalent experience, plus at least five years as a legal assistant in a BC litigation practice; Bankruptcy & Insolvency experience is strongly preferred. Candidates should know BC Supreme Court Civil Rules and litigation procedures, be proficient with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems, and demonstrate strong organization, communication, accuracy, discretion, and teamwork.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Benefits Package

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Legal Document Drafting
• Proofreading
• Document Formatting
• Court Filing
• BC Supreme Court Civil Rules
• Litigation Support
• Hearing and Trial Preparation
• File Management
• Calendar Coordination
• Deadline Management
• Billing and Accounts Follow-Up
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Legal Document Management Systems
• Written and Verbal Communication

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative

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