Our Yellowknife office is looking for a Commercial Paralegal to work with a variety of our firm’s team members and be responsible for all aspects of commercial real estate transactions. The ideal candidate is proactive, self-sufficient, and has high attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.

We place great value in a candidate’s ability to recognize the importance of team work to participate in facilitating a culture of collaboration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Use word processing, spreadsheet, database to prepare correspondence and legal documents in support of Real Estate transactions.
• Answer the telephone, schedule appointments and meetings, greet visitors and handle administrative and business details.
• Review Real Estate Contracts for pertinent information such as closing requirements and managing important dates.
• Review conflict searches and coordinate file openings.
• Perform due diligence searches such as PPSA, Land Titles, Bankruptcy, Court House, and Corporation Registry with the ability to review the same and provide summary to responsible lawyers.
• Draft, prepare and organize documents required to complete residential and commercial sale and purchase transactions.
• Comprehensive review of lender instructions to determine funding requirements and the ability to draft security documents.
• Handle all Land Titles Office and Personal Property Registry registrations and filings.
• Maintain efficient file system and have strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with clients, lenders, counsel, and realtors independently.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Handle trust fund deposits in accordance with our firm’s trust policy, cheque requests, time entry and billing.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a Paralegal role, preferably within a law firm environment.
• Recognized 2-year Legal Assistant or Paralegal Diploma.
• Computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and document management software.
• Eager to grow and learn.
• Pro-active and self-sufficient.
• Positive attitude.
• Team oriented.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and effectively handle deadlines.
• A client focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients.

Working Conditions

• Normal week-day office hours (35)
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment

Qualified applicants can submit their resume to: careers@fieldlaw.com