Paralegal – Estates, Wills & Property
Location: Downtown Dartmouth, BOYNECLARKE LLP
Are you ready to make your mark at a law firm that values your professional growth and personal well-being? At BOYNECLARKE LLP, we are more than a legal practice; we’re a community committed to success, balance, and wellness.
Why Join BOYNECLARKE LLP?
Growth & Learning: We foster a culture of continuous learning and offer resources for professional development. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling and generous paid time off to support your career personal needs. Wellness-Focus: Access wellness programs, including fitness classes, wellness subsidies, and free 24/7 virtual healthcare. Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from employer-paid and cost-shared options, and enjoy our RRSP matching program. Community Impact: Make a difference through firm-sponsored volunteer time and monthly employee-selected charitable giving.
About this Role: As a Paralegal supporting a Partner in Estates, Wills, and Property, you’ll play a crucial role in client service and practice management. Bring your strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proactive approach to help our team deliver excellent client care.
Key Responsibilities: Manage client intake, conduct conflict searches, and open new files. Schedule meetings and manage the lawyer’s calendar, including setting court dates. Track filing deadlines and prepare client documents. Draft routine correspondence and organize client report books. Maintain electronic and paper files, handle mail, and coordinate document processing. Draft estate planning documents including wills, powers of attorney, and personal care directives.
Gather Probate Application information and drafting probate documents. Monitor progress of estates administration, including preparation of inventories, advertisements for creditors, and applications to close estates. Conduct property searches, manage tax certificates and payments, and organize mortgage payouts. Process wire transfers and manage financial requests. What You Bring: Experience: Graduate of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma program. Paralegal experience in Estates, Wills, and Property preferred.
Skills: Strong attention to detail, proofreading, communication, and time management skills. Mindset: Team player with a positive approach, take initiative, able to work independently, and problem solver. Tech Proficiency: Experience with Outlook, MS Office, and document management systems. Familiarity with Athennian, Closing Folders, PropertyOnline, and ProLaw is a bonus.
Ready to Grow with Us?
If you’re looking for more than just a job and are ready to thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, apply today! We’re accepting applications until January 13, 2024.
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Location: Downtown Dartmouth, BOYNECLARKE LLP
Are you ready to make your mark at a law firm that values your professional growth and personal well-being? At BOYNECLARKE LLP, we are more than a legal practice; we’re a community committed to success, balance, and wellness.
Why Join BOYNECLARKE LLP?
Growth & Learning: We foster a culture of continuous learning and offer resources for professional development. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling and generous paid time off to support your career personal needs. Wellness-Focus: Access wellness programs, including fitness classes, wellness subsidies, and free 24/7 virtual healthcare. Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from employer-paid and cost-shared options, and enjoy our RRSP matching program. Community Impact: Make a difference through firm-sponsored volunteer time and monthly employee-selected charitable giving.
About this Role: As a Paralegal supporting a Partner in Estates, Wills, and Property, you’ll play a crucial role in client service and practice management. Bring your strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proactive approach to help our team deliver excellent client care.
Key Responsibilities: Manage client intake, conduct conflict searches, and open new files. Schedule meetings and manage the lawyer’s calendar, including setting court dates. Track filing deadlines and prepare client documents. Draft routine correspondence and organize client report books. Maintain electronic and paper files, handle mail, and coordinate document processing. Draft estate planning documents including wills, powers of attorney, and personal care directives.
Gather Probate Application information and drafting probate documents. Monitor progress of estates administration, including preparation of inventories, advertisements for creditors, and applications to close estates. Conduct property searches, manage tax certificates and payments, and organize mortgage payouts. Process wire transfers and manage financial requests. What You Bring: Experience: Graduate of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma program. Paralegal experience in Estates, Wills, and Property preferred.
Skills: Strong attention to detail, proofreading, communication, and time management skills. Mindset: Team player with a positive approach, take initiative, able to work independently, and problem solver. Tech Proficiency: Experience with Outlook, MS Office, and document management systems. Familiarity with Athennian, Closing Folders, PropertyOnline, and ProLaw is a bonus.
Ready to Grow with Us?
If you’re looking for more than just a job and are ready to thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, apply today! We’re accepting applications until January 13, 2024.
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