Job Description

Corporate Paralegal (Intermediate)
4+ years




Introduction
Watson Goepel LLP is a growing and dynamic multi-service law firm based in Downtown Vancouver with offices in West Vancouver and Calgary, Alberta. We offer challenging and rewarding opportunities in a professional and collegial environment.

Organization & Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Corporate Paralegal to join our Corporate Services Department in our

Vancouver office. This position reports to the Corporate Services Supervisor.

Role and Responsibilities

Assist lawyers with drafting for tax driven transactions including the preparation of legal transaction documents for section 85 rollovers and section 86/51 exchanges, preparation of closing agendas and document lists Draft detailed reporting letters on completion of transactions and closing books Prepare corporate documents for such transactions as incorporations and organization of BC, Federal and Society entities, amalgamations, alterations, share allotments, share transfers, redemptions, dividends, name changes, director/officer changes, change of registered and records office and assisting in production of other corporate transactions as applicable Prepare filings creation and organization documents for limited partnerships Conduct name BC reservations with BC Registry and Online Services Conduct Nuans reservations Maintain ALF database including creating new cards for incoming record books Maintain Smartsheet databases for various projects Minute record book reviews and drafting deficiency memos Scan records and establishing virtual minute books Conduct BC Online, Corporations Canada and Land Title searches Draft routine correspondence with clients, lawyers and department staff Perform conflict searches Send minute books out for registered and records office changes Annual Maintenance and BC Federal Societies filings Prepare BC and Federal Transparency Reports Other Tasks as required

Qualifications

Successful completion of a Paralegal program from an accredited institution 4+ years' experience with working knowledge of corporate department procedures Limited Partnership experience an asset Proficient experience working in ALF Experience working in Worldox or similar document management system Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience working in a fast-paced work environment with quick turnarounds and efficient transaction handling Experience working with Smartsheet's or similar program an asset Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent written and oral communication skills Solid proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel

Benefits

Fitness facility on-site with Peloton bikes and treadmills Extended health and dental coverage including vision RRSP Matching Program Employee & Family Assistance Program Paid sick and personal leave days Long-term disability insurance Professional Development Allowance Social Office Culture Life insurance Paid time off

Salary

The salary range for this position is $75,000- $85,000 annually; the base pay offered may vary

depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal and market equity.

How to

Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to Caeleigh Cardwell, Human Resources Coordinator. Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.


We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.





Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to Caeleigh Cardwell, HR Coordinator at ccardwell@watsongoepel.com.