Legal Assistant/Administration Assistant

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, and Yellowknife. Recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026, we are known for exceptional client service, professional excellence, and a collaborative workplace culture. We are seeking a Legal Assistant / Administration Assistant to join our corporate team in the Yellowknife office. We are seeking a proactive, organized, and client-focused professional to support our busy corporate and real estate practice. The successful candidate is an organized, hardworking, team player who is capable of prioritizing and multitasking to effectively support our Lawyers and Legal Assistants, as required. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Standard Responsibilities: Prepare, format, and draft correspondence, legal documents, and transactional materials Assist with corporate and commercial filings and transactions Manage calendars, meetings, and email correspondence for lawyers Enter time, prepare billing, and process expense reports Maintain accurate file systems and bring-forward reminders Communicate with clients and internal team members regarding file status Provide general administrative support to the corporate team Qualifications: Legal Administrative Assistant or Administration Assistant certification from an accredited institution is preferred Minimum 3 year of previous experience in a professional environment is required Previous legal experience considered an asset Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Strong written and verbal English communication skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits, including: Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, ad&d Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment Paid Parental Leave top up Education Reimbursement: we are committed to growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their knowledge in the legal field Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week and many other social events Awards: long-term service and bonus vacation awards If you are interested in joining a respected and supportive legal team, please submit your resume and cover letter. Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Provide administrative and legal support to the corporate and real estate practice, including drafting documents and managing filings. Responsibilities also include managing lawyer calendars, processing billing, and maintaining accurate file systems.

Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in a professional environment with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office. A certification as a Legal Administrative Assistant or Administration Assistant is preferred.

• Extended Health • Dental • Vision • Out Of Country Coverage • Life Insurance • Accidental Death And Dismemberment • Lifestyle Reimbursement • Paid Parental Leave Top Up • Education Reimbursement • Vacation Time • Personal Days • Sick Time • Volunteer Day • Defined Contribution Pension Plan • RRSP • TFSA • Year-End Bonuses • Employee Referral Bonus • Social Events • Long-Term Service Awards

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Legal Drafting
• Corporate Filings
• Calendar Management
• Billing
• Microsoft Office
• English Communication
• Time Management
• Organization
• Multitasking
• Client Relations
• Administrative Support
• Expense Reports
• Time Off Management
• Customer Service
• Communication
• File Systems
• English Language
• Telephone Skills
• Real Estate
• Detail Oriented

• Legal
• Administrative
• Legal Administrative Assistant
• Paralegal / Legal Assistant
• Legal and Related Associate Professionals
• Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

35 heures par semaine