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Litigation Legal Assistant

@ Aplin

Vancouver, British Columbia

Full-time3+ years experience
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Overview

Aplin is hiring a full-time Litigation Legal Assistant for a Vancouver law firm's litigation practice group, supporting two litigation lawyers on insurance defence and ICBC files. The role covers file administration, scheduling, document preparation and trial support. The posting states a salary of $60,000 to $75,000, a Monday to Friday 9 to 5 schedule, and a fully in-office location in Downtown Vancouver.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative support to two litigation lawyers
  • Manage file openings, closures and administration
  • Prepare, format and proofread legal documents
  • Coordinate examinations, trials and expert meetings
  • Assist with Lists of Documents and trial preparation

Requirements summary:

  • 3–5 years legal administrative experience
  • Insurance defence experience preferred
  • Legal Administrative Assistant program or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of litigation procedures and court processes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office

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Employer posting date
2026-10-14
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-14

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentAdministrative
Experience3+ years
Hours per week40
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationTrade certificate (preferred)
Fields of studyLegal Administrative Assistant

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Job description

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A well-established Vancouver law firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join its busy and supportive litigation practice group. This opportunity is suited for a legal professional with strong organizational skills and experience supporting litigation files, particularly within the insurance defence space. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced lawyers and contribute to the efficient management of a variety of litigation matters.

Compensation

  • Competitive salary range of $60,000 – $75,000, commensurate with experience
  • Full-time, permanent opportunity
  • Standard working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Fully in-office role located in Downtown Vancouver

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Collaborative and professional working environment
  • Opportunity to support complex litigation matters and gain valuable industry experience
  • Employee appreciation initiatives and firm events
  • Strong focus on maintaining a positive work/life balance

Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support to two litigation lawyers within a busy practice group
  • Assist with a range of litigation matters, with a primary focus on insurance defence and ICBC-related files
  • Manage file openings, closures, and ongoing file administration
  • Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems
  • Review correspondence and assist with preparation of responses and documentation
  • Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents as required
  • Coordinate schedules, including examinations for discovery, trials, appointments, and expert meetings
  • Support trial preparation activities and litigation-related deadlines
  • Assist with preparation and maintenance of Lists of Documents
  • Provide additional administrative support throughout the progression of files

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience in a legal administrative role
  • Previous experience in insurance defence litigation is preferred
  • Completion of a recognized Legal Administrative Assistant program or equivalent legal experience
  • Solid understanding of litigation procedures and court processes
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to manage a high volume of work while meeting deadlines
  • Professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable working independently while being a strong team contributor
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to adapt quickly to new legal software platforms

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

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