<p>Our Vancouver client is seeking a Legal Assistant to join the team on a full-time, onsite contract basis to support upcoming leaves and increased workload. These roles offer a 2–3 month contract with strong potential for extension.</p><p>About the Role</p><p>You will provide legal administrative support across a range of practice areas, including:</p><ul><li>Litigation (high-volume)</li><li>Commercial, Construction, Healthcare & General matters</li><li>Support to Employment & Labour and Infrastructure teams</li><li>Some billing responsibilities</li><li>Work delegated from multiple legal assistants (no independent desk management)</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Let's Talk About a Better Fit.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s be honest: finding a truly better law firm fit in Vancouver is tough when you're already swamped with billable hours.</p><p>At Robert Half Legal, we simplify the process. We’re not just trying to fill one specific job opening; we're constantly running a confidential search for Associates (2+ years post-call) who feel they're ready for the next level—whether that means a better firm culture, clearer partnership path, or simply better compensation.</p><p>We work directly with the Partners and Managing Directors at dozens of firms—from small, high-growth boutiques to major national offices. If there's an excellent, unadvertised opportunity out there that fits your goals, we know about it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Where We Are Seeing Openings</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking solid Associates across all major areas. If you have 2+ years of experience running files in any of these groups, we should talk:</p><ul><li>Corporate & Commercial: M& A, Private Transactions, Securities, and General Business Law.</li><li>Commercial Litigation: Defence, Insurance, Construction, and Dispute Resolution.</li><li>Real Estate: High-level Commercial Real Estate, Development, and Finance.</li><li>Labour & Employment: Advisory and Litigation.</li><li>Specialty Areas: Technology, Intellectual Property, and Family/Estates.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Ready for a new permanent Legal Administrative Assistant role where you will make a direct impact? Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly respected long-standing Western Canadian law firm to find a talented LAA to join their Litigation team in Vancouver.</p><p>This is a confidential search for our client one of the leaders in the local legal market for over a century known for their focus on excellence and integrity.</p><p><br></p><p>About the Opportunity</p><p><br></p><p>You will primarily support two Lawyers in a busy Litigation practice with a focus on commercial litigation, health and environmental law matter.</p><p>Your core responsibilities will be essential to keeping the practice running smoothly. managing day to day workflow scheduling trials BF management expenses prebills drafting documents letters notices of application running conflict searches and managing files from start to finish.</p><p>This is a permanent position and an excellent chance to establish yourself with a prestigious firm. The previous incumbent is transitioning to a different desk upon their return.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client in the Mortgage and Investment sector is looking to add a talented Mortgage Admin to their team. The organization is expanding its administrative team to provide additional support to the President and the Mortgage Administration group. This is a newly created position designed to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure consistent executive coverage during busy periods.</p><p><br></p><p>Day in the Life:</p><ul><li>Start the day reviewing and organizing the President’s inbox, flagging key priorities.</li><li>Manage inbound calls and emails from clients, brokers, and legal partners.</li><li>Prepare mortgage funding and payout documentation.</li><li>Support a small, close-knit admin team with general office duties, scanning, and filing.</li><li>Assist with scheduling, document prep, and light correspondence on behalf of the President.</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely, accurate administrative support across departments.</li></ul>
