Our goal is to continue to expand our reputation as one of Canada’s leading corporate finance and securities law firms that provides exceptional service to our clients. We recognize that the attraction and retention of talented, practical and business-oriented team players who share our goals of personal and professional excellence are integral to our continued success.
We offer a collegial, open-door environment where learning and experience are shared efficiently for the benefit of our clients. We conduct ourselves with integrity and respect towards everyone we work with, both inside and outside of our firm. We are passionate about what we do and are willing to think outside the box to solve complex legal problems for our clients.
Like our clients, we operate in an evolving legal and business environment, and we are always looking for more effective ways to advance our practice and better serve our clients.
Our team is made up of dedicated lawyers and support staff, who each play an integral part of who we are. We believe building strong relationships is key to providing the best quality work.
Our Values
- Teamwork – We Deliver. No egos. No assholes.
- Passion – We inspire others with our thirst for excellence.
- Respect – We treat ourselves, each other, and our clients with respect.
- Integrity – We are quality. We delivery quality.
- Entrepreneurship – We strive for excellence in everything we do.
If you share these values, we want to hear from you. We are always prepared to consider exceptional lawyers and support staff who wish to join our team.
If you wish to be considered for a future opportunity with our firm, please send your resume and cover letter in confidence to the attention of Jeannette Damaso, People and Culture Specialist, jdamaso@dumoulinblack.com. We thank all candidates in advance for their application, however, only those applicants whose background and experience match our requirements will be contacted.
Current Openings
Job: 3rd Year Associate
Type: Permanent, Full Time, In-Office
Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Opportunity & Overview
DuMoulin Black is looking for a motivated lawyer with 3+ years of experience in corporate, commercial, and/or securities law.
You will be provided with challenging work in a fast-paced exciting work environment and will be part of a committed team who will mentor and support you in your career objectives.
To Apply
Please send your cover letter and resume to Jeannette Damaso, jdamaso@dumoulinblack.com
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Billing & Collections Specialist
Type: Permanent, Full Time, In-Office
Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Overview
This is a full-time billing & collections specialist position in our firm, one that will offer career growth. We work as a team and we need someone to join us for the ride and manage our centralized billing process. This position requires the candidate to work closely with our accounting team and Director of Finance.
Our billing & collections specialist is critical to our firm’s success. A willingness to work in a high-performance team environment is essential. Equally important is dedication to providing our clients with the best possible customer service.
Our ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, acute attention to detail, exemplary communication skills and strong work ethics. Our ideal candidate will also be self-motivated and thrive in a setting focused on teamwork and customer service.
Opportunity
This role will involve a diverse range of responsibilities, including:
- Prepare documents for client onboarding and obtain client ID & verification information under the law society requirements;
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with lawyers, paralegals and external clients and serve as the central contact/liaison for the financial needs of a client’s account to provide assistance regarding billing and collections queries;
- Review time entries according to billing guidelines;
- Prepare and distribute pre-bills, WIP and AR reports to responsible lawyers;
- Process transfers, corrections, write-offs, reversals, etc. on invoices and ensure proper approvals have been acquired;
- Prepare invoices, obtain authorizing signatures and deliver signed invoices to clients;
- Monitor and review outstanding WIP and follow up with lawyers to ensure timely billing;
- Arrange for payments to be made from the firm trust accounts;
- Proactive follow up on receivables in accordance with firm’s billing and collections processes in a timely and professional manner by phone and e-mail;
- Escalate accounts to management and responsible lawyers as deemed necessary for follow-up;
- Record firm receipts and apply client payments daily;
- Maintain virtual filing systems and basic databases; and
- Any additional duties required.
Core Competencies
- 2+ years’ experience in a similar role and pursuing CPA designation ideal;
- Professional services billing experience, experience with legal billing software and/or experience working in a law firm would be an asset;
- Certification from the Credit Institute of Canada would be an asset;
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills required;
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities required to prioritize a high volume of tasks or competing priorities;
- Strong O365 (Excel) skills and experience with accounting programs required;
- High level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning and diplomacy;
- Dedication to providing customer service beyond expectation;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal;
- Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to visualize and deliver creative solutions;
- Ability to manage multiple customers and be adaptable to the needs of each; and
- Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with tact and discretion.
Salary Expectations
- Salary commensurates with experience.
To Apply
Please send your cover letter and resume to Jeannette Damaso, jdamaso@dumoulinblack.com
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Office Coordinator/Receptionist
Type: Permanent, Full Time, In-Office
Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Overview
We are looking for an individual to help support our Director of Operations and Marketing by running the Firm’s reception desk; handling mail, administrative support to lawyers, ordering food and beverages, restocking supplies, running errands, coordinating service requests, and more. Our ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, be friendly, have a strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and provide our firm and clients with the best possible customer service. This position will be in an in-office role.
Opportunity
This role will involve a diverse range of responsibilities. Examples include:
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Full time reception coverage; office opening, mid-day, closing duties
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Answering phone calls
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Directing email inquiries
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Mail; Opening, scanning, delivering
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Coordinating lunches (in office or at restaurants)
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Coordinating orders for office supplies
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Errands (picking up office supplies, groceries)
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Coordinating our off-site file management storage
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Coordinating service requests
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Providing administrative support to our paralegal team; mail outs, filing documents on our digital filing system
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Preparing the Boardroom for AGM and important meetings
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Calendar management: vacation, meetings, and hoteling
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Special Projects; supporting the Director of Operations and Marketing, as needed
Core Competencies
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High attention to detail
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A willingness to learn new skills and take direction and coaching
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Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with tact and discretion
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Proficiency with the Office 365 suite of software, Adobe Acrobat and a willingness to learn new software applications
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The ability to be focused and productive throughout the work day
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Superior interpersonal skills to interact with colleagues, clients, and external agencies
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Strong orientation toward excellence in customer service
Qualifications
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1+ years of relevant experience in office coordination and/or customer service
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Proficiency in full MS Office suite
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Agility & flexible availability to problem solve or support changing priorities
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Strong time management & organizational skills
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Detail oriented, clear communicator
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Exceptional interpersonal & relationship management skills at all levels within an organization
To Apply
Please send your cover letter and resume to Jeannette Damaso, jdamaso@dumoulinblack.com