Provide front-line contact and intake services to the public (including interviewing of applicants, assessing client information, determining coverage and eligibility for legal aid, issuing contracts), provide legal aid secretarial and administrative support to staff lawyer and assistants, appointing duty counsel and prepare roster, contact lawyers for representation for clients, provide information on services offered or direct to other community resources; identify legal problem/urgency; conflict checks
General office experience, ability to type with high accuracy, proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines, written and oral communication skills, ability to demonstrate a courteous, empathetic and professional demeanor.
A criminal background check is required.
Mail resume to: Box 442, Port Alberni, BC, V9Y 7M9
OR EMAIL: info@avemployment.ca
Subject: Legal Assistant # 30775