Paralegal - Commercial Real Estate

Résumé du poste

DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, positioning us to help companies with their legal needs around the world. Our mission is to be the leading global business law firm. DLA Piper (Canada) LLP is one of Canada’s leading law firms with a team of innovative, proactive and dedicated lawyers, administrative and support staff who serve our clients in Canada and around the world. We have been rated one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People since 2022. If you are talented in prov…

Détails du poste

DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, positioning us to help companies with their legal needs around the world. Our mission is to be the leading global business law firm. DLA Piper (Canada) LLP is one of Canada’s leading law firms with a team of innovative, proactive and dedicated lawyers, administrative and support staff who serve our clients in Canada and around the world. We have been rated one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People since 2022. If you are talented in providing unprecedented service, are enthusiastic and a team player, we are looking for you. We are currently looking for a Paralegal to join our commercial Real Estate department and invite you to review the job description. Duties & Responsibilities Document Review and Preparation: * Review Credit Agreements and real estate contracts and provide feedback to lawyers on next steps and outstanding information; * Conduct and analyze various due diligence searches and prepare Due Diligence reports; * Prepare Critical Dates Summaries and closing agendas; and * Draft correspondence, loan documents and purchase/sale documents, including Statements of Adjustments. Technology: * Must be proficient with Spin II (Land Titles); * Accreditation with Personal Property Registry is desirable; and * Adept at editing and organizing files using PDF tools. Soft Skills: * Meticulous attention to detail to identify errors and prevent liability; * Anticipate next steps and identify potential hurdles; * Ability to think critically and problem-solve with minimal instruction; * Strong written and verbal skills; * Strong organizational skills to handle multiple transactions simultaneously, prioritize tasks and ensure compliance with strict deadlines; * Maintain professionalism and courtesy under adverse and high-pressure circumstances; * Adaptable to varying working styles amongst multiple lawyers; and * Maintain accurate tracking and ensure follow up where required. Knowledge, Qualities & Experience Required * Minimum of 5 years’ experience in commercial Real Estate is required; * Formal Paralegal education and training preferred; * Familiarity with document generation; * Knowledge of Land Title & Survey Authority Policy and Procedures; * Extensive knowledge of legal procedures is required; * Must be capable of interpreting instructions, preparing required documentation and correspondence, and generally following files through to completion; * Must be accurate and detail-oriented, with the ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative required; * Dedicated to providing quality service to clients and consistently meet expectations by providing service beyond expectation; * Excellent communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen effectively, respond appropriately, and maintain a mutual comfort level while relating to a diverse group of individuals; * Strong ability to manage multiple internal clients and remain productive within a time-sensitive and fast-paced environment; * Excellent organizational and time management abilities required; * Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to visualize and deliver creative solutions; and * Ability to multitask, establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives under minimal supervision. What We Offer‎ * Comprehensive health benefits starting on your first day, including extended health and dental coverage, life ‎insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and emergency out-of-country travel insurance – with 100% of the premiums paid by the firm; * Disability Coverage including both short and long-term disability benefits; * Retirement savings benefits including a support staff pension plan (firm contributes to the ‎plan ‎and matches ‎staff contributions to a maximum percentage of salary), and a Group ‎RRSP where ‎ contributions can be deducted directly from pay; * Time off including competitive vacation time offering based on tenure with the firm, paid sick time and ‎acknowledgment of all ‎statutory and some non-statutory holidays; * Wellness benefits including an Employee and Family Assistance Plan and an annual fitness/wellness subsidy; * Hybrid Work Environment with the majority of positions having hybrid flexibility; * Professional Development including support for ongoing continued learning opportunities; and * Collaborative Team environment with staff and firm-wide events and celebrations throughout the year. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. DLA Piper Canada encourages all Applicants with disabilities to contact DLA Piper Canada if they require accommodation during the recruitment process. DLA Piper Canada will consult with the Applicant and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the Applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

Ce que vous ferez

The role involves reviewing credit agreements and real estate contracts, conducting due diligence, and preparing closing agendas. The paralegal will also draft loan and purchase/sale documents while managing files through to completion.

Exigences

A minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial real estate and formal paralegal education are preferred. Proficiency in Spin II and extensive knowledge of legal procedures and Land Title & Survey Authority policies are required.

Avantages

• Comprehensive Health Benefits • Dental Coverage • Life Insurance • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance • Emergency Out-of-country Travel Insurance • Short-term Disability • Long-term Disability • Support Staff Pension Plan • Group RRSP • Competitive Vacation Time • Paid Sick Time • Employee and Family Assistance Plan • Annual Fitness/Wellness Subsidy • Professional Development Support

Compétences indiquées

• Dedicated · Souhaitée
• collaborative · Souhaitée
• Verbal · Souhaitée
• Souci du détail · Souhaitée
• staff · Souhaitée
• Positioning · Souhaitée
• Health · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Development · Souhaitée
• contracts · Souhaitée
• Time · Souhaitée
• Administrative · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Document Review
• Due Diligence
• Spin II
• PDF Tools
• Commercial Real Estate Law
• Legal Drafting
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Organization
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Land Titles
• Personal Property Registry
• Case Management
• Attention to Detail