Intermediate Corporate Records Paralegal
Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and was recently named one of BC's Top Employers for 2024. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest growing law firm in Western Canada.
Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking an experienced Corporate Records Paralegal join our busy Corporate Record Department, in our Vancouver and Kelowna office. The successful candidate is an enthusiastic and hardworking team player who would like to work with lawyers in this practice group. The regular working hours for this role are Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm.
Standard Responsibilities
- Be responsible for complex corporate work, from initial instructions of counsel to completion of post-closing filings
- Review and respond to numerous daily inquiries from counsel and clients regarding record books and transactions
- Preparing documents for British Columbia entities including incorporations, organizations, continuances, amendments, amalgamations and dissolutions
- Preparing and filing of extra provincial registrations and all required updates
- Preparing documents for British Columbia entities relating to share transactions including preparation of resolutions, subscriptions, issuances of share certificates and updates to registers
- Conducting minute book reviews and preparing documents to bring minute books up-to-date
- Preparing British Columbia, Federal and extra provincial annual returns, annual resolutions and notices
- Updating information in ALF database
- The paralegal will handle files from beginning to completion, working with minimal supervision.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years corporate records experience
- Computer literacy with good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word and Excel)
- Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, corporate statutes and procedures and ability to exercise independent judgement
- Familiarity with the corporate records database “ALF”
- Familiarity with incorporations, annual records maintenance and other standard corporate transactions such as dividends and redemptions under the BC Business Corporations Act
- Ability to manage many files at once
- Drafting capabilities
- Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
- Thorough, meticulous and detail-oriented
- Highly autonomous
- Professional
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
The typical salary range for this position is $70,000 - $110,000 annually; the base pay offered is based on location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits, including:
- Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D.
- Lifestyle Benefit: reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list, including memberships and gym equipment.
- Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day every year.
- Paid Parental leave top up.
- Education Reimbursement: we are committed to continued growth and development, and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their skills and knowledge.
- Financial Benefits: defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm, RRSP, TFSA, year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program.
- Fun Environment: annual year end party, happy hours, staff appreciation week, and many other social events.
- Awards: long term service and bonus vacation awards.
What to expect
- A commitment to diversity and inclusiveness; we believe that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace benefits both our firm and clients
- An environment where constant learning is encouraged
- A fun and collaborative work environment
- A team of unique individuals who will help take your skills and experience to the next level
- A commitment to providing a discrimination-free and harassment-free workplace environment
We support equal opportunities for all applicants and encourage all people of visible minorities, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.
If you are a professional, motivated hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter here.
Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.