Paralegal

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. MLT Aikins is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our growing team and support our expanding 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 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 environment, and the corporate department works directly with lawyers on transactions across the firm. The candidate must be able to take instruction, understand basic corporate transactions and work independently to provide draft documentation. Responsibilities include:

Attending to CORES Level I & II online filings with Alberta Corporate Registry and online filings with Corporations Canada Drafting and filing legal documents for transactions, including incorporations/organizations, dissolutions, revivals, 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 database Qualifications include:

Graduate of a recognized legal assistant/paralegal diploma or equivalent Minimum of three years of experience in a corporate paralegal role Minimum CORES Level II certification, with experience Reference to a strong working knowledge of the ABCA, CBCA, Partnership Act, Societies Act, Companies Act and Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act Knowledge of drafting transactional documents Proficiency in Appara (considered an asset) Ability to work in a fast-past environment Team player with willingness to collaborate with others on the team Must be analytical and possess the ability to apply concepts 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 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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