Description
Since 1973, North Shore Law LLP has been dedicated to providing the highest standards of service. We have established strong roots in our community and built enduring relationships all across the Greater Vancouver area.
North Shore Law is currently seeking a corporate Paralegal with 5 – 8 years of experience to support a busy solicitor’s practice. In this position the successful candidate will work on a team with a senior paralegal and an LAA to support a partner and associate on a variety of transactions. Preference will be given to a candidate with experience running corporate M&A transactions and independently managing electronic minute books.
Other Duties Include:
Preparation of documents and filing (BC Registry Services and Corporations Canada), for various corporate transactions including:
• Incorporations
• Annual maintenance and minute book management with the assistance of an LAA
• Change of directors and officers
• Dividends – cash, capital, eligible, stock
• Share allotments and redemptions
• Share transfers
• Alterations and drafting articles
• Transfer of registered and records office and minute book reviews
• Change of company name
• Dissolutions
M&A transactional work including conducting due diligence searches – corporate, PPSA, court, land title, various due diligence; drafting ancillary closing documents; reporting; BF management; and correspondence
Drafting routine correspondence and documentation
Other general administrative tasks as required
Qualifications
• Graduate of a recognized paralegal program
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Paralegal working in corporate law
• Experience using ALF
• Excellent spoken English, written composition, spelling, grammar, and editing skills
• Multitasking skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organizational and document management skills, with outstanding attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
This is an in-office position based on regular business hours; however, on occasion overtime may be required.
North Shore Law recognizes the importance of family and achieving a healthy work-life balance. We value hard work and dedication, which is rewarded by offering educational opportunities, competitive salaries and a complete benefits package.
While compensation is commensurate with experience, the base annual salary range for candidates with the required experience is expected to be between $75,000 - $90,000.
Please send your cover letter and resume to:
Elana MacKenzie
Administrator
North Shore Law LLP
6th Floor - 171 West Esplanade
North Vancouver, BC V7M 3J9
[email protected]
We thank all candidates for their interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.