Property Paralegal

Talentworks is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated Property Paralegal/Legal Assistant to support Lawyer(s) at a Halifax law firm.

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Responsibilities

Supporting lawyers in property law
Provide guidance and direction in terms of organization
Manage the flow between yourself and team members
Track property transactions – property sales, purchases, migrations, remortgaging and tax information.
Assist with completing property and financing transactions from start to finish. This will include drafting security documents associated with financings, drafting adjustments, facilitating advances, completing customary due diligence searches, and dealing direct with financial institutions.
Performing legal research
Maintaining attorney calendars and case files
Scheduling appointments, court appearances, and hearings
Serving as a liaison between the client and attorney, conducting client interviews
Prepare client files with high attention to detail
Prioritize and decide appropriate action on all incoming information/requests
Build relationships with new and existing customers
Ensure customer service metrics are met or exceeded

Requirements

Post-secondary legal assistant/paralegal diploma;
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a property paralegal, specifically working with purchases, sales, migrations, and title reports.
Proficiency in typing, file management, and familiarity with Property Online is required.
Ability to use PC Law and Hot Docs is considered an asset.
Applicant must have excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
Passionate about providing exceptional client service;
Critical thinker with a solution-minded approach;
Ability to conduct research and be self-directed in your learning;
Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills

For more information, contact nancy@talentworks.biz