Law Clerk/paralegal

1 week ago

Hamilton, Canada Gowling WLG Full time

**ABOUT GOWLING WLG**

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

**PROFILE**

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Independently drafts a variety of documentation including incorporations, amalgamations, amendments, continuances, dissolutions, revivals and wind-ups, including preparing, filing and drafting all articles and supporting resolutions and documents and filing of notices pursuant to the Corporations Information Act.
- Prepares, files and manages maintenance of business name registrations for partnerships, sole proprietorship, limited partnerships and corporations.
- Prepares and files extra-provincial registrations and licenses.
- Minute-book review and maintenance
- Assists with the following:

- Rollovers, corporate reorganizations, financings, and estate freezes
- Share/Asset purchase and sale transactions and closings
- Due diligence support
- Undertakes mentorship and guidance of junior staff within department.
- Conducts searches, validates and evaluates results and prepares reports on the findings.
- Researches and analyses various issues, processes, codes, legislation, etc.
- Initiates follow up actions where and when necessary.
- Prepares reports on an as needed basis.
- Any other duties as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Law Clerk/Paralegal or Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Law Clerk/Paralegal
- Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner
- Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment
- Ability to perform legal research
- Developing aptitude to coach and mentor junior law clerks
- Knowledgeable about current relevant legislation and government regulations
- In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles
- Ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy
- Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines
- Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary
- Handle stress in a business-like manner
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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