Paralegal - Debt Enforcement

Loopstra Nixon LLP•Toronto, ON

3d•CA$65,000 - CA$75,000

About The Position

We are currently seeking a motivated Paralegal to join our team. The successful candidate will provide essential support in debt enforcement and recovery matters, assisting with the preparation and management of enforcement proceedings and related documentation. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated professional with strong organizational skills and an interest in litigation and enforcement work, with 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Requirements

Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (P1 license required)
1-3 years of experience in a similar role
Proficiency in Teraview
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a keen attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with the ability to take initiative in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel/Outlook/Word)

Nice To Haves

Completion of a paralegal program from an accredited post-secondary institution is preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare, draft, and file documents in debt enforcement and recovery matters.
Conduct due diligence checks such as property searches on the Teraview platform, corporate, PPSA, execution, and writ searches, and prepare reports on findings.
Manage post-judgment enforcement steps, including garnishments and examinations in aid of execution.
Attend Small Claims Court for filings, motions, and procedural steps as required.
Coordinate service of documents and liase with court staff, enforcement officers, clients, and opposing counsel.
Work closely with lawyers and senior staff to ensure efficient and accurate handling of enforcement files.
Maintain an organized and current file system for client files.