Corporate Paralegal

About MLT Aikins
MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 300 lawyers and nearly 500 additional team members across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada's best law firms by the Globe and Mail, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.

Job Summary

**Responsibilities include**:
Attending to corporate filings with the Saskatchewan Corporate Registry and Corporations Canada
Preparing documents with respect to incorporations/organizations, name changes, amalgamations, dissolutions, restorals, revivals, re-organizations, various article amendments, continuances and other transaction-related documents
Preparing and filing documents for partnerships, limited partnerships, business names and coordinating extra-provincial registrations across Canada
Preparing documents to change the registered office, issue and transfer shares, appoint and remove directors and officers, document dividends, share redemptions and other corporate resolutions
Drafting customized resolutions and any related documentation and conducting online filings for complex transactions, often on a time-sensitive basis
Conducting minute book reviews and preparing documents to correct minute book deficiencies
Conducting and reviewing corporate searches
Responding to daily inquiries from counsel and clients and handling day-to-day corporate matters
Updating and maintaining corporate records and minute books; ensuring documents comply with the applicable legislation and are entered into the database
Other duties as assigned

**Qualifications include**:
Graduate of a recognized paralegal program (equivalencies will be considered)
Minimum 5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a corporate environment
Knowledge of corporate law and basic accounting principles required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including proofreading, spelling and grammar skills
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple deadlines, complete tasks under time constraints and work independently
Ability to follow instructions with mínimal supervision and thrive in a fast-paced, professional team environment
A client-focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to internal and external clients; customer service and communication skills are an asset
Advanced computer skills including in Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software; proficient with ALF database or equivalent is an asset

**We offer**:
A competitive salary
Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
Access to group savings plans and investment options
Growth and development opportunities
Mentorship and support
A positive and inclusive work environment

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