Corporate Paralegal (Manitoba)

Corporate Paralegal (Manitoba)

13 Sep
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Socket.dev
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Manitoba

13 Sep

Socket.dev

Manitoba

Job Title: Corporate Paralegal
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Competition Number: MLTA-WPG-202609-071
Who we are MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 375 lawyers and nearly 500 additional team members 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 Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. 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 MLT Aikins is looking for a corporate paralegal to join our team and work with our growing client base. The ideal candidate will have good practical training, experience from a busy corporate practice at a business law firm and will have graduated from a recognized legal assistant or paralegal training course (equivalencies will be considered).
Candidates must be able to multi-task and prioritize a workload, pay attention to detail and have excellent organizational, communication and written skills. This is a client-based workplace, and the corporate department works directly with lawyers on transactions across the firm. The candidate must be able to take instructions, understand corporate transactions and work independently to provide draft documentation.
Responsibilities Include: Attending to online filings with Companies Office Online and Corporations Canada
Attending to or arranging for filings with Corporate Registries across Canada
Drafting and filing legal documents for corporate transactions including incorporations/ organizations, amendments, dissolutions, revivals,



reorganizations, amalgamations, continuances, extra-provincial registrations, partnerships, trade names, change filings and other transactional related documents
Conducting minute book reviews and preparing documents to correct minute book deficiencies
Conducting and reviewing corporate searches
Responding to daily inquiries from lawyers and clients; handling day-to-day corporate matters
Updating and maintaining corporate records and ensuring documents comply with the applicable legislation and are entered into the corporate database
Qualifications Include: Graduate of a recognized legal assistant/paralegal diploma or equivalent
Minimum of five years of experience in a corporate paralegal or related role
Strong working knowledge and understanding of Manitoba and Federal corporate legislation
Solid knowledge of drafting transactional documents
The ability to work in a fast-past environment
A willingness to collaborate with others on the team
Experience working with a corporate platform
Must be analytical and possess the ability to apply concepts
We Offer: A competitive salary including individual performance bonus
Eligible for sign-on bonus with option for RRSP contribution or cash
Flexible benefit plans for dental,



health and wellness benefits
Access to group savings plans and investment options
Options for flexible work agreements and vacation coverage
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? 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.
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 creative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.

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