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Posted on October 20, 2024 by Employer details Brooke Downs Vennard LLP
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The successful candidate will be assisting lawyers primarily in the wills / estates areas. Wills and Estate work involves drafting life planning documents, researching estate information, preparing probate forms for Court submission, and accounting for estate transactions. Both areas require client contact through telephone and in person discussions, preparation of client reporting letters and documents, drafting accounts, opening and closing files, assisting other staff in office, other tasks as may be assigned based on the candidate's strengths and skill set. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced office. It is not unusual for a Legal Assistant to be asked to support rush, or unexpected, client requests. Multi-tasking and being able to continually prioritize daily tasks and meet timelines is critical. A high level of proficiency with MS Word and Outlook are required. *The Firm:* Brooke Downs Vennard LLP is Salmon Arm?s largest local law firm with its doors opening in 1980. A team of six lawyers and fifteen support staff work together to meet the needs of clients in the Shuswap. BDV Law offers Real Estate, Development, Corporate, Family, Litigation, Wills and Estate services within a friendly, team?oriented office environment. For more information about the firm, visit www.bdvlaw.ca. *Education and Qualifications:* Priority given to candidates with: * Previous law office experience * Post?secondary training / credential in related field (ie, Legal Assistant, Paralegal) * Proficient with technology including Appara, LEAP, MS Office 365 applications and Adobe * Strong organization, communication, time management and multi?tasking skills * Willingness to learn new programs / take on additional duties as needed * Salary will be based on a variety of factors including experience and post-secondary training The posting will remain open until a successful candidate is identified with a mutually agreed start date determined at the time of offer. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $22.00-$35.00 per hour Expected hours: 37.5 per week Benefits: * Company events * Dental care * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * On-site parking * Paid time off * Vision care Flexible language requirement: * French not required Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person- LocationSalmon Arm, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$22.00 to $35.00HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source indeed.com #9494319507
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