MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 370 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 peopleGood 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 setting 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

Opportunity 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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📌 Paralegal (Manitoba)
🏢 MLT Aikins
📍 Manitoba