Job Title: Wills and Estates Paralegal – Winnipeg Location: Winnipeg, MB Closing Date: August 28, 2026 Competition Number: MLTA-WPG-202608-060 Who we are MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 350 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the Globe and Mail, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.
Job summary Our Winnipeg office is looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our Wills and Estates team. The successful candidate must be able to multi-task and prioritize workload, pay attention to detail and have excellent organizational, communication and written skills.
The Wills and Estates Paralegal will work cooperatively with the lawyers in the Estate Planning and Administration Group to help guide personal representatives in the process of estate administration.
Responsibilities include: Gathering data required for the process of Estate Administration
Ensuring compliance with The King’s Bench Rules with respect to billing and service of Form 74EE and other documentation on personal representatives and beneficiaries
Preparing Requests for Probate and Administration and ancillary documentation
Assisting in the process of realizing the assets of the Estate or payment of the liabilities of the Estate
Preparing correspondence including, without limitation, retainer letters,



reporting letters and letters providing the personal representatives’ accounting to beneficiaries
Preparing interim or final releases with respect to distributions from the Estate
Drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney and Health Care Directives
Assisting in Passing of Accounts and litigious matters ancillary to Estate Administration
Receiving calls from prospective clients and, in case of a promising lead, referring the matter to a lawyer within the group
Qualifications include: Post-secondary diploma in a Legal Administrative Assistant or Paralegal program from a recognized college program
Working knowledge of provincial laws and terminology
Experience with drafting legal documents and correspondence
Experience in wills and estates required
Excellent organizational skills
Able to manage files from start to finish
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to liaise with a variety of people
Good computer skills, with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines under pressure
We offer: 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
What’s it like to work at MLT Aikins? At MLT Aikins, we strive for an environment that brings out the best in our team and supports our clients’ success. When you’re part of our team, you can expect:
Collaborative culture – We work as one team, relying on and respecting our colleagues
Sense of community – We offer a friendly and collegial environment where you’ll build strong relationships
Inclusive team – We’re committed to building a diverse workforce that provides a safe, welcoming space for everyone
Innovation mindset – We are technology-driven and enthusiastic about embracing change
Community involvement – We believe in giving back to the communities in which we live and work
Transparency – We encourage open communication and actively solicit ideas for improvement
Chance to grow – We offer coaching and mentorship to help you develop in your role and advance in your career
Our Diversity Statement MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.

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📌 Wills & Estates Paralegal (Manitoba)
🏢 MLT Aikins
📍 Manitoba