Senior Corporate Paralegal

Organization & Position Summary

Watson Goepel LLP is a growing and dynamic multi-service law firm based in Downtown Vancouver with offices in West Vancouver and Calgary, Alberta. We offer challenging and rewarding opportunities in a professional and collegial environment.

We are currently seeking a Senior Corporate Paralegal to join our Corporate Services department in our downtown office. If you are someone who is organized, proactive, and wants to be part of a growing team, please forward your cover letter and resume to Caeleigh Cardwell, Human Resources Coordinator, at [email protected].

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assisting lawyers with drafting for tax-driven transactions, including the preparation of legal transaction documents for section 85 rollovers and section 86/51 exchanges; and the preparation of closing agendas and document lists
• Drafting detailed reporting letters on the completion of transactions and closing books
• Preparing corporate documents for transactions such as:
  • incorporations and organizations of BC, Federal, and Society entities,
  • amalgamations,
  • alterations,
  • share allotments and transfers,
  • redemptions,
  • dividends,
  • name changes,
  • director/officer changes,
  • changes of registered and records office, and
  • assisting in the production of other corporate transactions as needed.
• Preparing filing creation and organization documents for limited partnerships
• Conducting name BC reservations with BC Registry and Online Services
• Conducting Nuans reservations
• Maintaining Minutebox database and precedent systems including creating new cards for incoming record books
• Recording book reviews and drafting deficiency memos
• Scanning records and establishing virtual record books
• Conducting searches on:
  • BC Online,
  • Corporations Canada, and
  • Land Title
• Drafting routine correspondence with clients, lawyers, and department staff
• Performing conflict searches
• Assisting with audit enquiry responses
• Sending minute books out for registered and records office changes
• Maintaining BC, Federal, and Societies filings annually
• Liaising with Corporate Services paralegals with affiliated LAW law firms
• Mentoring and guiding junior staff on best practices, file management, and interaction with lawyers and clients
• Providing quality control over corporate records, annual maintenance, and statutory filings
• Monitoring corporate legislative changes, policies, and procedures of BC Registrar of Companies
• Assisting with developing and updating precedents and procedures to enhance efficiency across the team
• Researching and carrying out corporate filings in other Canadian provinces if necessary
• Managing Smartsheet databases for various projects

The Ideal Candidate has…

• A positive and upbeat attitude
• Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail
• A “self-starter” personality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proven ability to work with autonomy, such as managing deadlines and resolving issues independently
• A proven ability to collaborate effectively with lawyers, clients, and colleagues

Required & Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a corporate paralegal, with experience leading transactions.
• Strong working knowledge of BC and Federal corporate statutes, registries, and filing systems.
• Experience mentoring and/or supervising junior staff is preferred.
• Experience with corporate filing requirements in Alberta and/or Ontario is preferred.

Job Details

• Job type: Full-time, 8-hour shifts, Monday – Friday
• In person
• Salary range: $85,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal/market equity.
• Additional Pay: Overtime pay (if required)
• Benefits
  • Monthly firm events
  • Casual Fridays
  • Extended benefits
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement (if required)
  • Access to building amenities