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Our client, a boutique law firm located in Victoria, is looking to hire an intermediate legal administrative assistant to join their team on the island.ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative support to lawyers including;filing, opening & closing files, maintaining calendars and client lists, maintaining bring forward systems, reviewing and filing email correspondence using established firm standards and procedures, and time entryAssistance with the production of basic correspondence and legal documents using advanced formatting features, including proofreading and formattingHearing, arbitration and litigation supportOrganizing and assembling documents, books, binders and other materialsAssisting other staff with work as time permitsOther general administrative and legal support related tasksQualifications5+ years experience as an Administrative Assistant or Legal Administrative AssistantDiploma from an accredited college an assetExcellent written and spoken EnglishAbility to be adaptable and resourcefulAbility to proofread typed material for grammatical, typographical or spelling errorsStrong organizational skills and attention to detail, even when doing routine and/or repetitive tasksLitigation experience, including solid knowledge of all steps in the litigation process, thorough knowledge and understanding of BC Supreme Court Civil Rules, court practices and procedures and filing deadlinesStrong computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat, BC Registries and Court Services, myLTSA and BC OnlineAbility to learn quicklyStrong interpersonal skills with a self-starter attitudeAbility to prioritize tasks assigned and, when necessary, switch between uncompleted tasks as priorities changeAbility to work under pressure and handle multiple assignments and deadlinesAbility to work with little direct supervision, and to obtain the assistance of others when the work loads, tasks assigned and priorities require itAbility to work independently and as part of a teamBenefits and SalaryIncluded are benefits and the salary for this position is $60,000 $80,000 per annum, commensurate with experience. Please send your resume today! #J-18808-Ljbffr