Corporate Paralegal

Borden Ladner Gervais

$85K — $105K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years relevant experience with corporate records management
  • Strong knowledge of corporate legislation in British Columbia and other jurisdictions
  • Experience with data entity management systems or similar corporate governance programs
  • Possession of a diploma or certificate from an accredited legal program is a plus
  • Solid organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a proactive attitude towards skill development

Responsibilities

  • Draft documentation for corporate transactions including incorporations and amendments
  • Prepare documents for complex share conditions and M&A transactions
  • Assist lawyers and attend transaction closings as required
  • Review corporate charter documents for compliance
  • Research legal procedures, statutes, and regulations
  • Maintain and update corporate files in the database

Benefits

  • Hybrid working environment with tech reimbursements
  • Certification in Legal Project Management (LPM)
  • Participation in a market-leading mentoring program
  • Access to a talent development framework for career growth
  • Diversity and inclusiveness programs
  • Comprehensive wellness programs and a volunteering day off
Full Job Description

Purpose of the Role

You will be a key member of a dynamic and innovative group of lawyers, paraprofessionals, and legal support staff, providing the highest level of service to our clients, while having the opportunity to cultivate your skills as part of our successful national Corporate team, within Canada’s premier full-service law firm.

From the start, you will have access to exceptional opportunities, working with a supportive team focused on providing you with meaningful opportunities to tailor your career path in order to reach your full potential.

Key Responsibilities and Skills

  • Draft documentation, including closing agendas, required in the context of various corporate transactions such as incorporations, organizations, amendment of charter documents, dividend declarations, continuances, liquidations and dissolutions;
  • Draft documentation required in the context of other corporate transactions such as complex share conditions, merger and acquisition transactions, corporate and tax reorganizations, and restructuring transactions;
  • Assist lawyers and attend the closing of various forms of transactions;
  • Review and analyze corporate charter documents and records to ensure compliance with governing statute and identify deficiencies;
  • Research and interpret applicable legal and technical procedures, statutes, and regulations;
  • Maintain corporate files and records in accordance with Firm procedures including the updating of data in the corporate database

Key Competencies

  • Experience with a data entity management system or another corporate governance program, an asset
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in the handling of corporate records (physical and/or virtual)
  • Solid knowledge of corporate legislation and experience with corporate documents in British Columbia and other Canadian jurisdictions
  • Possession of a diploma or certificate from an accredited legal program is an asset
  • Professional demeanor and strong organizational and problem solving skills
  • Strong desire and willingness to develop skills and acquire knowledge
  • Ability to process documentation with good attention to detail
  • A team player attitude with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What does BLG have to offer you?

  • A hybrid working environment with technology reimbursements to support digital working
  • Certification in Legal Project Management (LPM)
  • Access to our market leading mentoring program
  • A talent development framework that helps you develop your desired career path, including access to training and continued education opportunities
  • Exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs
  • A competitive compensation and benefits package, access to wellness platforms and programs, and a day off to volunteer in your community

The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000, depending on level of experience, region/location, and other factors.

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