Paralegal - Commercial Real Estate

DLA Piper Canada LLP • Calgary, AB

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Commercial Real Estate;
• 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;
• Ability to multitask, establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives under minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Accreditation with Personal Property Registry is desirable;

Responsibilities

• 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;
• Draft correspondence, loan and security documents and purchase/sale documents, including Statements of Adjustments;
• Manage closings of transactions and post-closing obligations.
• Must be proficient with Spin II (Land Titles);
• Adept at editing and organizing files using PDF tools.
• 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;
• Maintain accurate tracking and ensure follow up where required.

Benefits

• 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;
• Professional Development including support for ongoing continued learning opportunities;
• Collaborative Team environment with staff and firm-wide events and celebrations throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree