Our Calgary office is looking for a Paralegal to join our Real Estate team. This position will report directly to the Team Lead, Real Estate Services, this is a role you are responsible for all aspects of real estate transactions. The ideal candidate is proactive, self-sufficient, has high attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
Field Law is committed to upholding our core values of Collegiality, Integrity, and Professional Excellence, which serve as the foundation of our dedication to creating a high-quality, collaborative, and respectful environment for everyone.
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Use word processing, spreadsheet, database to prepare correspondence and legal documents in support of Real Estate transactions.
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Answer the telephone, schedule appointments and meetings, greet visitors and handle administrative and business details.
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Review Real Estate and Financing Contracts for pertinent information such as closing requirements and managing important dates.
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Review conflict searches and coordinate file openings.
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Perform due diligence searches such as PPSA, Land Titles, Bankruptcy, Court House and Corporation Registry with the ability to review the same and provide summary to responsible lawyers.
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Draft, prepare and organize documents required to complete residential and purchase transactions and financing transactions.
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Comprehensive review of lender instructions to determine funding requirements and the ability to draft security documents.
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Handle all Land Titles Office, and Personal Property Registry registrations and filings.
- Maintain efficient file system and have strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
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Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with clients, lenders, counsel and realtors independently.
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Handle trust fund deposits in accordance with our firm’s trust policy, cheque requests, time entry and billing.
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Builder and Private Lender transactions
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Additional duties as assigned by the team lead or lawyer
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2-5 years of real estate experience, preferably in a paralegal role
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Recognized 2-year Legal Assistant or Paralegal Diploma
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Eager to grow and learn
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Pro-active and self-sufficient
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Positive attitude
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Team oriented
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Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
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Ability to prioritize and effectively handle deadline
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Normal weekday in- office hours (35).
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Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
Qualified applicants can submit their resume to: [email protected].
