Immigration Legal Assistant

We are looking for a Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join our growing business immigration practice. Based in our Vancouver office, you will support our team of immigration lawyers across Canada. We offer a dynamic, collaborative, and fun work environment, with the opportunity to be part of a growing and supportive team. About the Employer Mathews Dinsdale Clark LLP is one of Canada’s pre-eminent workplace law firms, with lawyers representing employers in many of the cases that have shaped and redefined the landscape of workplace law in Canada since 1956. The firm has over 90 lawyers in Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Halifax and Fredericton. Job Requirements Minimum of 2 years' immigration experience Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong client service skills and the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with clients Ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines while maintaining a high level of organization Experience preparing, organizing and maintaining immigration applications and supporting documentation Familiarity with Canadian business immigration processes and terminology Ability to identify missing information or documentation Strong document preparation, proofreading and formatting skills Ability to work collaboratively with lawyers and other team members while also taking ownership of assigned files Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential client information Ability to learn and adapt to new technology, software and processes Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet strict filing deadlines Job Description Prepare immigration forms Prepare first drafts, compile and submit various immigration applications including, but not limited to, Work, Study and Visitor Record Permits, LMIA, and Permanent Residence (EE, PNP, Spousal, RCIP) Assist with drafting of legal documents and correspondence Ensure that applications are filed in a timely manner Maintain a Bring Forward system to ensure all deadlines are met Organize client files electronically, scan and save confidential client information and documentation Arrange translation of documents as necessary Other office administrative tasks as required Compensation: commensurate with experience This position is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, with the potential to work remotely one day per week on a scheduled basis. It includes a competitive salary as well as group benefits and inclusion in a defined pension plan. If you are interested in this opportunity, please forward your resume and contact information in confidence to Trisha Reid at [email protected]

Prepare and submit various Canadian business immigration applications, including work permits and permanent residency. Provide administrative support by drafting legal documents, maintaining filing systems, and organizing client documentation.

Requires a minimum of 2 years of immigration experience and familiarity with Canadian business immigration processes. Candidates must possess strong attention to detail, professional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

• Group Benefits • Defined Pension Plan

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée
• Sens de l’organisationSouhaitée

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• Immigration Law
• Document Preparation
• Client Service
• Proofreading
• Time Management
• Case Management
• Legal Drafting
• Canadian Business Immigration
• Organization
• Professional Communication

• Legal
• Administrative

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

11 févr. 2027

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

4 jours par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level

Mode de candidature

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