Float Legal Administrative Assistant

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. The firm has been recognized as the largest law firm in Vancouver by Lexpert. Our lawyers have received national and international recognition in numerous legal directories and publications. Our clients are leaders in the jurisdictions where we are located and around the world.

Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a Float Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Vancouver office. The successful candidate is an enthusiastic and hardworking team player who would like exposure to various working groups within our firm, and build on their legal assistance experience. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.

Position Status

This opportunity may be offered as either a permanent position or a 12-month contract, with the employment status to be finalized based on business requirements.

Standard Responsibilities

Provide coverage to lawyers during absences of their regularly assigned assistant

Liaise with other Legal Assistants, Paralegals, Lawyers and clients regarding file progress

Document editing, file maintenance and management, time entry, billing, and managing a bring forward system

Provide overflow assistance to Legal Assistants, Paralegals and Lawyers

Other administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution

Previous legal assistant experience will be considered an asset

Exceptional aptitude in Microsoft Office

Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast paced environment

Has the ability to work both independently and a part of a collegial team

Excellent organization and time management skills

Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner

Highly dependable and adaptable with great work ethic

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Strong verbal and written English communication skills

The hiring range for this position is $50,000 - $55,000 annually; the base pay offered is based on location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity. In addition, we offer a variety of benefits, including:

Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, ad&d

Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program

Paid Time Off : vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year

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 skills and knowledge in the legal field

Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment

Tenant Fitness Centre: access to the fitness centre in our office building

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 a professional, motivated, hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter.

Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

We are not accepting applications from external recruitment agencies currently.