Paralegal

**About Us**:
At eCapital, we are on a mission to ignite growth and empower businesses across North America and the U.K. by accelerating their access to capital. Our expertise and forward-thinking technology create customized, cutting-edge solutions for clients in over 80 industries. We are proud to have been named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company list in 2023, recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work' by the Secured Finance Network, and celebrated as a ‘Most Innovative Company' by ABF Journal; all thanks to our dynamic team who are the cornerstone of our success. Are you ready to make an impact and help us shape the future of finance?

**The Opportunity**:
This is an excellent opportunity to be apart of a team in a niche area of Law. The Legal and Underwriting department provides support in the due diligence process of new client procurement and the recovery of balances for defaulted clients for busy factoring company providing services in multiple countries and offices. The opportunity comes with an unlimited possibility to grow and learn.

**Note**:This role requires full-time presence in office, and cannot be occupied remotely.

**Requirements**:

- Licensed Paralegal in the Province of Ontario
- Minimum 2 years experience
- Working knowledge of the legal system.
- Experience drafting Small Claims Court Documents
- Experience representing claims in Small Claims Court
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficient with a variety of computer software programs - Microsoft Office.
- Ability to have difficult conversations with clients regarding unpaid balances, credit reporting and settlement negotiations.

**Responsibilities**:

- Calling Clients to discuss repayment/negotiating repayment plans with clients on deficient accounts.
- Sending Demand Letters
- Conduct investigations and research.
- Handle communications with various intercompany departments.
- Compiling and summarizing circumstance and filing Claims.
- Filing in Small Claims Court
- Representing the Company in Small Claims Court
- Liaison between service providers and the Company
- Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence.
- Willingness to learn new jurisdictions and US processes

**We Bring**:

- Competitive Compensation
- Annual Bonus Incentives
- Vacation & Sick Time
- Health, Dental, and Life Benefits
- RRSP Matching
- Abundant professional development opportunities at a growing and thriving Fintech company

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