Real Estate Legal Assistant

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Farris LLP Full time

Overview

The Commercial Property Paralegal at Farris LLP plays a crucial role in supporting the real estate division by managing various aspects of commercial property transactions. This includes drafting, reviewing, and analyzing contracts related to purchase and sale agreements, easements, rights of way, subdivisions, and strata plan filings. The position also involves conducting title and due diligence searches, as well as facilitating all elements related to commercial real estate closings, including financing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage files from initiation to completion.
  • Draft and prepare documents for the acquisition and sale of diverse commercial properties, including financing and land development documentation.
  • Compile and maintain summaries of critical transaction timelines and perform title and off-title due diligence searches.
  • Draft statutory rights of way, easements, and covenants.
  • Review and process purchase and sale agreements, along with associated deposits and payouts.
  • Prepare internal documentation pertinent to trust transactions.
  • Facilitate the discharge of mortgages and communicate discharge details to the purchaser's legal counsel.
  • Draft and finalize reporting letters while tracking essential post-closing dates and tasks.
  • Engage with vendors, purchasers, financial institutions, clients, lawyers, brokers, and other stakeholders.
  • Participate in client consultations and manage direct communications via phone and email, ensuring proper execution of documents by clients.
  • Provide additional administrative support in collaboration with existing administrative staff as needed.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of three years of paralegal experience in commercial real estate transactions.
  • Experience in banking and lending transactions is advantageous.
  • Proficient in document production with strong skills in MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and preparation of Land Title electronic forms.
  • Comprehensive understanding of BC Land Title Office registration requirements and e-filing processes.
  • Familiarity with various relevant databases such as BC Online, LTSA, and municipal tax searches.
  • Exceptional communication skills, demonstrating professionalism and courtesy in a dynamic work environment.
  • Strong organizational abilities.
  • Capability to manage multiple tasks without compromising quality or attention to detail.
  • A collaborative team player who can also work independently and take initiative.
  • Basic knowledge of corporate and partnership legal matters, along with familiarity with municipal operations in British Columbia, is a plus.
  • A certificate or diploma from an accredited paralegal program is beneficial.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive salary with structured annual performance reviews.
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
  • Access to TELUS Health EFAP.
  • Generous vacation and sick leave policies.
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.
  • Pension plan with matching contributions.
  • Annual professional development and education funding.
  • Annual fitness reimbursement.

The salary range for this role is between $80,000 and $90,000 annually, with the base pay determined by location and influenced by job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions.

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