Real Estate Paralegal

Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada

Job Description

Job Title:

Real Estate Paralegal - Edmonton

Location:

Edmonton, AB

Closing Date:

October 7, 2025

Competition Number:

MLTA-EDM-202509-073

Who we are


MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 350 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 Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. 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


This position will be responsible for providing paralegal support for the lawyers in the Edmonton office to meet client needs and transactional deadlines. Responsibilities will cover all aspects of residential real estate transactions and will include the preparation and review of documents for such matters. Our ideal candidate will have drafting and practical experience from working in a busy real estate practice This candidate will be self-motivated, highly organized, have superior computer proofreading and time management skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be able to work independently under the supervision of a lawyer, follow instructions with minimum supervision, and be able to thrive in a dynamic, professional team environment.

Responsibilities include:

Managing all stages of residential real estate files from start to finish Managing all incoming and outgoing funds, including calculating and requisitioning funds for closings, mortgage financing, and other requirements Reviewing, preparing, and filing transactional documents, including transfers, mortgages, agreements, leases, subdivisions for filing at Alberta LTO, trust letters, refinancing, and sale and purchase contracts Conducting due diligence searches (e.g., Land Titles, property tax, zoning, bankruptcy) and summarize results Organizing closing schedules and managing funds for closings and mortgage financing Drafting correspondence, preparing statements of account and statement of adjustments, and handling client communications Producing timely reports for clients and lenders

Qualifications include:

Graduate of a recognized legal assistant or paralegal program (equivalencies may be considered) Five years of experience working with real estate transactions Advanced computer skills including in Word, Excel, Outlook and document management software Excellent verbal and written communication skills including proofreading, spelling and grammar skills Strong organization skills and exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines Ability to follow instructions with minimal 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

We offer:

A competitive salary including individual performance bonus Flexible benefit plans for dental, health and wellness benefits Access to group savings plans and investment options Earned Days Off Program Growth and development opportunities Mentorship and support Ongoing job-specific training and opportunities for professional development A positive and inclusive work environment

Our diversity statement


MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2800223
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned