Our client is one of Canada''s largest law firm with offices spanning four western provinces. They are looking to add a Corporate Paralegal to their Edmonton team. The ideal candidate will have good practical training and experience from a busy corporate practice at a business law firm and will have graduated from a recognized paralegal training course (equivalencies will be considered). They must be able to multi-task and prioritize a workload, pay attention to detail and have excellent organizational, communication and written skills. This is a client-based environment, and the corporate department works directly with lawyers on transactions across the firm. The candidate must be able to take instruction, understand basic corporate transactions and work independently to provide draft documentation. Responsibilities include: Attending to CORES Level I, II and III online filings with Alberta Corporate Registry and online filings with Corporations Canada Drafting and filing legal documents for transactions including amalgamations, continuances, incorporations/organizations, amendments, dissolutions, revivals, reorganizations, extra-provincial registrations, partnerships, trade names, change filings and other transactional related documents Conducting minute book reviews and preparing documents to correct minute book deficiencies Conducting and reviewing corporate searches Responding to daily inquiries from lawyers and clients; handling day-to-day corporate matters Updating and maintaining corporate records and ensuring documents comply with the applicable legislation and are entered into the database Qualifications include: Graduate of a recognized legal assistant/paralegal diploma or equivalent Minimum of eight years of experience in a corporate paralegal role Minimum CORES (Level III) certification with advanced knowledge Strong working knowledge of the ABCA, CBCA, Partnership Act, Societies Act, Companies Act and Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act Proficient in ALF Solid knowledge of drafting transactional documents Ability to work in a fast-past environment A team player who is willing to assist/mentor juniors A willingness to collaborate with others on the team Analytical with the ability to apply concepts What Our Client Offers: A competitive salary including individual performance bonus Flexible benefit plans for dental, health and wellness benefits Access to group savings plans and investment options Earned Days Off Program Growth and development opportunities Mentorship and support Ongoing job-specific training and opportunities for professional development A positive and inclusive work environment If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for corporate law and looking to grow in a collaborative and dynamic environment, wed love to hear from you! Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume in strict confidence to Shona Tischner at At Urban Legal Recruitment we guarantee discretion and confidentiality. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Corporate Paralegal