Paralegal - Real Properties - Vancouver, Canada - Boughton Law

Boughton Law

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Vancouver, Canada

1 week ago

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Who We Are
Individually, we excel. As a team, we're unstoppable.

As one of Vancouver's larger law firms, we balance the benefits and resources you expect from a full-service establishment with the friendly, team-oriented environment you'd find at a smaller practice.

Boughton Law team members, whether lawyers, staff, or students, share a sense of initiative, strong communication skills, and a pragmatic approach to the work.

Who We Are Looking For
Boughton Law is currently recruiting for an intermediate/senior Paralegal with experience in

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Administer files from start to finish
Prepare documents with respect to acquisitions and sales of various types of commercial properties, financing and development of land, and transactions involving trust relationships
Review and analyze title encumbrances, prepare terms of instruments for covenants and easements
Conduct and review due diligence searches and completing summaries
Prepare and diarize summaries of key transaction dates
Prepare closing agendas
Prepare all internal documents relating to trust funds and various payouts
Liaise with all internal and external parties involved with the transactions, including preparation of correspondences
Prepare and finalize reporting letters and diarize key postclosings dates and tasks
Prepare billing/invoicing at completion of transactions where necessary
Other administrative support as required

Qualifications

Graduate of a Paralegal Program (or senior paralegal experience will be considered)
Minimum 5 years' experience as a Paralegal within real estate
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
Strong understanding of BC Land Title Office requirements and capability with efiling including coordination of electronic meets
Working knowledge of various applicable databases i.e. BC Online, LTSA, municipal tax searches etc.
Excellent organizational skills
Document production skills and knowledge in preparing Land Title electronic forms
Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with a wide range of individuals ie. clients, realtors, lawyers and staff
Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Familiar with billing/invoicing processes in a legal environment

What You Can Expect From Us