Senior Legal Administrative Assistant — ATAC LAW
ATAC LAW is a growing litigation firm in South Burnaby, known for strong client results and a collaborative team environment. We're looking for an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to manage litigation files and help lead our administrative team, including mentoring newer LAAs.
You'll work directly with lawyers on active files across a broad range of practice areas, including construction, commercial, administrative, criminal, employment, estate, personal injury, and family law. This is a hands-on role with real ownership over your files, and real input into how our administrative team runs.
What you'll do:
- Manage litigation files from start to finish, tracking deadlines, limitation periods, and court dates
- Draft and file legal documents (e.g., Notices of Civil Claim, chambers materials) and arrange service
- Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Support lawyers with day-to-day file management and trial preparation
- Mentor and help train other LAAs on the team
What we're looking for:
- 4+ years of litigation experience in British Columbia
- Experience training or mentoring other LAAs, and enthusiasm in continuing to do so
- Strong understanding of court procedures and filing requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to manage multiple files and priorities independently
- Comfortable working proactively and using good judgment when priorities compete
Why join us:
- Full-time role with comprehensive health and dental benefits
- A friendly, supportive team culture
- South Burnaby location, close to walking and running trails
- Real variety of substantive litigation work
Nice to have: Fluency in Mandarin, Cantonese, or Korean
Learn more about us at www.ataclaw.ca and www.ataclaw.ca/chinese.
To apply: Send your resume and a cover letter through Indeed, including a brief example of when you helped guide and teach other legal assistants to great effect. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $57,000.00-$68,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Experience:
- Legal Assistant in Litigation in BC: 4 years (required)
Work Location: In person
