Legal Assistant - Corporate Services

Waterstone Law Group LLP, one of the Fraser Valley’s leading law firms, is seeking permanent, full-time intermediate to senior Legal Assistant for our Chilliwack location.

This full-time position will play an integral role within our busy corporate department. The work is challenging and varied, and the position has excellent long-term career opportunities as well as support for personal professional development.

Responsibilities include:

• Drafting standard letters and documents independently with little supervision;
• Preparing corporate documents for British Columbia entities, including incorporations/organizations, name changes, alterations, amalgamations, restorations, dissolutions, and other related documents;
• Preparing documents such as share transactions, issuance, transfer, redemption and repurchase;
• Appoint and remove directors and officers and other basic resolutions;
• Preparing annual reports and annual maintenance documents;
• Updating and maintaining corporate records and minute books, including minute book reviews and appropriate correction of minute book deficiencies; and
• Preparing client invoices.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of recent, hands-on experience in a busy British Columbia corporate department;
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills;
• Exceptionally organized and attentive to detail;
• Able to work both independently and within a team-based environment;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, BC Online & Ecorp; and
• Familiar with legal billing/invoicing processes.

In addition to competitive financial compensation and a full benefit package, we also offer a number of staff perks and a friendly, supportive and team-based environment.

To pursue this opportunity, please provide cover letter and resume in response to this ad.

While we appreciate all interest in this position, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Legal Assistant: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person