Join a team dedicated to delivering outstanding client service.

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.

Cox & Palmer is a welcoming place to work and provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including: generous paid vacation allowance; 3 flex days per year; paid sick days; firm paid Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plans; Group Pension Plan with employer matching contributions; Employee and Family Assistance Program; annual Health and Fitness Allowance; and Group RRSP and TFSA program!

We are seeking a permanent, full-time Corporate Paralegal to join our Halifax Corporate Services team!

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and organize Nova Scotia and Federal incorporations, both

• and non-
• Prepare documents relating to corporate reorganizations
• Attend to the registration of Limited Partnerships
• Attend to the extra provincial registration of entities inside and outside of Nova Scotia
• Prepare routine resolutions
• Review and maintain corporate minute books
• Submit filings with the provincial corporate registries, Industry Canada, and other licensing authorities
• Attend to tracking and compliance matters relating to various licensing regulators
• Process due diligence requests
• Prepare and file PPSA registrations
• Attend to filings through SEDAR+
• Contribute to the mentorship and training of other firm members
• Record billable and non-billable time
• Attend to other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of corporate paralegal experience
• Excellent technical skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment
• Strong competency in the usage of MS Office Suite
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to use good judgment and be resourceful
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with colleagues and clients
• Willingness to learn and contribute to the team
• Knowledge of Athennian, an asset.

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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).