Come work with us!

We are not your average law firm.

At Stewart McKelvey, we think: forward in a typically traditional field to outperform the expectations of our clients - and our lawyers. Our team members are the force that drives our business toward a modern, diverse and innovative future.

Our goal is to continue to invest in people who contribute their diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. At Stewart McKelvey, your whole unique self will belong.

In return, we offer a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental and physical wellness, and a competitive compensation & benefits package.

A few things in particular that we offer to our team include:

• A generous paid time-off package including vacation time, sick time and "flex days"
• Group Retirement Plan with employer contribution matching
• A top rate flexible health and dental plan
• An annual wellness allowance, for a broad range of eligible expenses, such as fitness memberships and fees, fitness equipment, general health & wellness support, personal development courses, and home office expenses
• A "Dress for your Day" policy
• Assistance for continuing education
• Social events and staff retreats
• A positive and fun work environment where we value inclusion and mutual respect
• Salary range: $50,000 to $85,000*

*A number of factors are considered when determining a starting salary for our new team members, including length and depth of relevant work experience, skillset, and education & training. Our salary ranges are reviewed on an annual basis.

If this sounds like a work environment you'd thrive in, we may have just the right opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a Wills & Estates Paralegal to join our Paralegal team based in the Firm's Charlottetown, PE office.

Type of Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Close Date: July 02nd, 2025

The Opportunity:

The Firm's Wills & Estates Paralegal is responsible for organizing, coordinating and providing a broad range of paralegal services to Stewart McKelvey's Business Department.

The successful candidate will maintain ongoing communication with beneficiaries and assist in filing necessary documentation and insurance claims. Under the supervision of the billing lawyer, the successful candidate will prepare wills, trusts, and other property ownership agreements. They will also prepare, maintain, and update Estate Trust Reconciliations for distribution to residual beneficiaries, draft all requisite Releases to be signed by beneficiaries to release Executors and Proctors from claims upon final asset distribution.

In addition, the successful candidate will prepare all necessary court applications related to estates, such as Applications for Probate, Administration, Ancillary Probate, and Ancillary Administration. They will also oversee asset transfers for trusts, maintain records of wills and savings accounts, and monitor changes in beneficiary designations and property titles.

While ensuring regulatory compliance, the Will's and Estate Paralegal will assist with legal research, regulations, and court practices that affect wills and estate administration. Regularly tracking of billable and non-billable time in the Firm's finance database will also be required.

If you possess a post-secondary education background in Paralegal studies or have Paralegal specific training, we want to hear from you!

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience as a paralegal or in a related field, excellent communication skills and experience conducting legal research through the proper use of legal databases while using citation protocols.

Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

At Stewart McKelvey, we are committed to a workplace where you truly belong. We celebrate and respect the unique identities, perspectives, and experiences that each person brings, ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and valued as part of our firm.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an interview and who require an accommodation are encouraged to speak with a member of the recruitment team and discuss what we can do to better support them during this process.

Interested Candidates:

For security purposes, applicants are asked to submit their resume, cover letter and any other accompanying application documents in PDF format.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted and any offer of employment will be conditional upon a satisfactory background check.