Corporate Paralegal – Charlottetown

Job Description:

Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely upon for solid legal solutions. The firm prides itself on a collegial work atmosphere and supportive team environment. We hire self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to client service.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Working as part of a collaborative team, you will:

• Complete incorporations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations, dissolutions and revivals of provincial and Federal entities;
• Process due diligence requests;
• Prepare and file PPSA registrations;
• Review and maintain corporate minute books;
• Attend to the registration of partnerships and business names, extra provincial registrations, and limited partnerships;
• Submit filings with provincial corporate registries, Industry Canada and other licensing authorities;
• Record billable and non-billable time;
• Other related duties as required.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma or post-secondary training in a related field such as Business and two or more years of related experience;
• Competency in the use of MS Office and comfortable learning new software;
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service;
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail;
• Flexible, reliable and works well in a team environment; and
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Cox & Palmer, Charlottetown office provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Health, dental, life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, health and fitness allowance;
• Group RSP