Corporate Paralegal - Vancouver, Canada - Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

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Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is one of Canada's leading business law firms. Advising many of Canada's corporate leaders, as well as U.S.

and international parties with extensive interest in Canada, our more than 1,000 firm members are based in offices in Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary and New York.

Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena.

Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas.

Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to begin a career or carve out a new path.

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our Corporate Services Department in our Vancouver office.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

- update and maintain corporate records and minute books
- prepare resolutions for routine matters such as annual resolutions, changes to directors, officers, registered office address and corporate name
- arrange for required government filings such as articles (name changes only), notices of change and annual returns
- ensure all relevant key details from minute books are entered into the corporate database
- ensure documents comply with the applicable legislation (e.g. BCBCA, CBCA)
- prepare documents required in all respects for incorporations, extra provincial registrations of corporations, general and limited partnerships and business names
- initiate the organization of and manage files or parts of a file relating to amalgamations, re-organizations, continuances, formation of partnerships, etc.
- analyze and prepare required principal and ancillary documents using precedents, statutes, and other research materials
- conduct necessary corporate searches
- replying to internal and client inquiries
- maintain up-to-date client accounts by recording billable time
- minute book reviews

Position Requirements

Education and Experience_

Paralegal Diploma plus at least 2 years of relevant experience in corporate law practice or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience

Knowledge and Skills_

- laws/legislation relevant to the practice area, legal terminology, forms, and documents related to the corporate practice area
- legal procedures and practices involved in preparing, processing, and filing a variety of legal documents
- advanced English vocabulary, spelling and grammar; excellent verbal and written communication skills
- proficiency with computers including advanced MS Word, Excel, Internet, applicable corporate records software (e.g. ALF) and other relevant software programs
- strong analytical skills and an ability to problem solve
- possess a strong attention to detail and complete proof-reading and editing tasks with accuracy

How to Apply

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications.