Description
Who We Are
We have an opening for a Corporate Paralegal role at MEP Business Counsel (meplaw.ca). This is a contract role starting mid-June and continuing until at least mid-August with a possibility of becoming permanent. This is an integral role on our team as a critical support for our Corporate practice.
MEP Business Counsel (www.meplaw.ca) is an award-winning corporate and entertainment law firm based in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We have been consistently recognized by Canadian Lawyer as one of the Top 10 Corporate Boutique Firms in Canada and our lawyers have worked at leading international law firms. We are proud that our team includes a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences – all with a common goal of doing exceptional work with incredible people.
General Responsibilities
- Corporate Records Work:
- Maintaining physical company records books and Corporate Services Department paper/digital client files (BC, federal and EPRs)
- Assist with the conversion of physical company records books into virtual minute books as needed (bulk digitization already complete)
- Preparing various forms and documents from precedents and templates
- Maintaining/updating the ALF Corporate Records Database
- Preparation of outgoing document packages/records books by courier
- Answer and direct phone calls and inquiries by email
- Communicating directly with clients as needed
- Transactional M&A Work:
- Formation and governance matters relating to corporations (including not-for-profits) and partnerships
- Assist with preparation of documentation for commercial transactions – changes of ownership or management, M&A, joint ventures, amalgamations and dissolutions, continuations, reorganizations, etc.
- Due diligence review of corporate records and preparation of rectification resolutions, conduct and review public searches in connection with due diligence matters
- Perform various BC Online searches and providing due diligence summary
- Minute book reviews
- Editing/formatting various correspondence, agreements, reports, forms, and spreadsheets
- Coordinating the execution and collation of transaction documents by DocuSign
- Handling closing documents and preparing digital closing books both manually and using Closing Folders
- Assistance on large-scale projects/transactions for the Firm
- Other Support
- Ancillary support and time off coverage for other Paralegals
Ideal Candidate Requisites
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Paralegal in a similar law firm environment with focused experience in Business Law
- Securities and/or Real Estate Law experience a definite asset
- Completed an accredited Paralegal program
- Ability to handle file work beginning to end with minimal supervision
- Strong technical and formatting skills with excellent attention to detail
- Deep experience with legal applications including Alf, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Workshare Compare, BC Online, DocuSign, MyLTSA
- Experience with legal applications such as PC Law, iManage a definite asset
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to organize and prioritize a busy workload
- Tactful, with good judgment when handling confidential and sensitive matters or direct communications with clients
- Strong team player, collaborative, strong communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable working on group projects
- Takes pride in high quality output and high standard for quality of client service, client centered and business minded approach to all work
- Positive “can do” attitude
Reporting
This position reports to the Director of Operations & Talent and a Partner of the firm. In terms of practical day-to-day reporting, this position will take instructions from the Lawyers across the Firm.
Compensation and Benefits
We are dedicated to rewarding your contributions and encouraging your professional development. In addition to the genuine collegial environment offered at MEP Business Counsel, we provide intentional opportunities to expand your skills and grow as a professional. We also offer extended health/dental/paramedical coverage and fitness reimbursement. We also have a bonus program based on excellence in job performance and contributions to the Firm as well as a referral program for employee referrals for new hires. We have numerous social events (both formal and informal) throughout the year. We offer a hybrid working environment and reasonable flexibility in terms of working hours and we are committed to a healthy work-life balance for all employees. The salary range for this position is expected to be $75,000-90,000 depending on experience.
To Apply
Like what you hear? Reach out and apply for this role by sending your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. You can also learn more about our Team on our website here: www.meplaw.ca.