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Legal Administrative Assistant – Family Law

Mills Family Law is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join our growing Family Law practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate wanting to join a firm that takes pride in providing exceptional client service in a supportive, remote working environment, where growth and professional development are encouraged.

Primary Responsibilities

• Scheduling court dates, mediations, discoveries, and coordinating with registries
• Filing court documents and applications
• Tracking court and limitation dates
• Drafting legal correspondence and pleadings
• Assisting with affidavits, applications, trial briefs, and orders
• Compiling application records, exhibits, authorities, and indexes
• Managing files and bring-forward systems
• Handling calendars, emails, and lawyer practice support
• Preparing monthly billing
• Liaising with paralegals, clients, and opposing counsel
• Performing general administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications and Skills

• Completion of a Legal Administrative Assistant program or equivalent experience
• At least 3 years’ Family Law Legal Assistant experience
• Proficient in court filings, applications, and drafting legal documents
• Familiar with Provincial and Supreme Court family law registry procedures
• Understanding of BC civil litigation and family law practices, including applicable Court Rules
• Experience with alternative dispute resolution is an asset
• Strong technical skills: Microsoft Office, DivorceMate, Adobe, BC Online
• Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Skilled at managing high workloads and shifting priorities
• Collaborative, client-focused, and service-oriented
• Follows instructions, meets deadlines, and maintains discretion and adaptability

About Mills Family Law

Mills Family Law is a dedicated family and divorce law firm, guiding clients through the emotional and legal challenges of ending a marriage or marriage-like relationship. Our approach is compassionate, client-focused, and tailored to each individual's needs and goals.

Our team combines litigation experience with a collaborative mindset to reduce conflict and stress. We draw on deep expertise in family law, offering resolution through litigation, mediation, and collaborative processes.

We offer flexible, province-wide service—both in-person and remote—including legal advice, self-representation support, mediation, and full litigation services.

Our clients rely on us for efficient, results-driven service—and our team is key to that success. If you're hardworking, goal-oriented, and eager to contribute, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits We Offer

We offer:

• Competitive salary;
• Remote work environment;
• Generous holiday package;
• Ongoing continuing education;
• Flexible health and dental coverage;

How to Apply

To apply, please email your resume to [email protected].

Mills Family Law is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive compensation and a supportive team environment. We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.