Job Description
Calgary
Closing Date:
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Practice Area:
Our Calgary office is looking for a Paralegal to join our Real Estate team. This position will report directly to the Team Lead, Real Estate Services, this is a role you are responsible for all aspects of real estate transactions. The ideal candidate is proactive, self-sufficient, has high attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
We place great value in a candidate’s ability to recognize the importance of team work to participate in facilitating a culture of collaboration.
Duties + Responsibilities
• Use word processing, spreadsheet, database to prepare correspondence and legal documents in support of Real Estate transactions.
• Answer the telephone, schedule appointments and meetings, greet visitors and handle administrative and business details.
• Review Real Estate and Financing Contracts for pertinent information such as closing requirements and managing important dates.
• Review conflict searches and coordinate file openings.
• Perform due diligence searches such as PPSA, Land Titles, Bankruptcy, Court House and Corporation Registry with the ability to review the same and provide summary to responsible lawyers.
• Draft, prepare and organize documents required to complete residential and commercial sale and purchase transactions and financing transactions.
• Comprehensive review of lender instructions to determine funding requirements and the ability to draft security documents.
• Handle all Land Titles Office, and Personal Property Registry registrations and filings.
• Maintain efficient file system and have strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with clients, lenders, counsel and realtors independently.
• Handle trust fund deposits in accordance with our firm’s trust policy, cheque requests, time entry and billing.
• Builder work
• Additional duties as assigned by the team lead or lawyer
Qualifications + Skills
• 5-10 years of real estate experience, preferably in a paralegal role.
• Recognized 2-year Legal Assistant or Paralegal Diploma.
• Eager to grow and learn.
• Pro-active and self-sufficient.
• Positive attitude.
• Team oriented.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and effectively handle deadlines.
Working Conditions
• Normal weekday office hours (35).
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
Qualified applicants can submit their resume to: [email protected].
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Paralegal| Real Estate Services position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Calgary offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
