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Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely upon for solid legal solutions. The firm prides itself on a collegial work atmosphere and supportive team environment.

We hire self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to client service.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as women, visible minorities, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community/people with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. Applicants from these equity-priority groups may self-identify in their application.

We are seeking a full-time experienced Paralegal to join our Halifax office to provide legal support to our debt recovery team.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handling and prioritizing workload independently;
• The preparation of all debt recovery documentation;
• Maintaining communication with clients, keeping them informed of the status of the debt recovery process;
• Assist with preparing and filing claims on behalf of the client;
• Assist with preparing all applications to the Court with respect to debt recovery;
• Processing large volumes of documents, with ability to use technology to store and organize emails and files diligently;
• Meeting deadlines, and ability to multi-task and reprioritize as needed;
• Being a resourceful and effective problem solver with minimal supervision;
• Communicating in a professional manner with lawyers, clients, and team members;
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2-5 years’ experience in a legal environment – experience in debt recovery would be considered an asset;
• Preference is given to those with related paralegal/legal assistant formal education;
• Strong competency in the usage of MS Office (particularly Word, and Excel), paired with superior typing and dicta-transcription skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service;
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail, coupled with strong organizational and time management skills;
• Excellent proofreading skills (ability to check typed material for grammatical, typographical, spelling, word usage and formatting errors);
• The ability to work independently, follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative – this includes drafting simple letters for review;
• The willingness to learn and contribute to the team.

APPLY

If this sounds like you, please apply online by submitting your resume and a cover letter explaining how your experience and skills can help us achieve our mission. This position will remain posted until successfully filled.

We thank all candidates for their interest in Cox & Palmer; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cox & Palmer is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN).