Corporate Paralegal | Halifax, NS


Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely upon for solid legal solutions. The firm prides itself on a collegial work atmosphere and supportive team environment.

We hire self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to client service.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as women, visible minorities, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community/people with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. Applicants from these equity-priority groups may self-identify in their application.

We are seeking a permanent, full-time Corporate Paralegal to join our Halifax Corporate Services team.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a permanent, full-time Corporate Paralegal to join our Halifax Corporate Services team. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will:

  • Prepare and organize Nova Scotia and Federal incorporations, both share and non-share
  • Prepare documents relating to corporate reorganizations
  • Attend to the registration of Limited Partnerships
  • Attend to the extra provincial registration of entities inside and outside of Nova Scotia
  • Prepare routine resolutions
  • Review and maintain corporate minute books
  • Submit filings with the provincial corporate registries, Industry Canada, and other licensing authorities
  • Attend to tracking and compliance matters relating to various licensing regulators
  • Process due diligence requests
  • Prepare and file PPSA registrations
  • Attend to filings through SEDAR+
  • Contribute to the mentorship and training of other firm members
  • Record billable and non-billable time
  • Attend to other duties as assigned
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum of 5 years of corporate paralegal experience
  • Excellent technical skills and exceptional attention to detail
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment
  • Strong competency in the usage of MS Office Suite
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Ability to use good judgment and be resourceful
  • Ability to communicate in a professional manner with colleagues and clients
  • Willingness to learn and contribute to the team
  • Knowledge of Athennian is an asset
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If this sounds like you, please apply online by submitting your resume and a cover letter explaining how your experience and skills can help us achieve our mission. This position will remain posted until successfully filled.

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We thank all candidates for their interest in Cox & Palmer; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Cox & Palmer is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion, and the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN).