Paralegal - Commercial Real Estate

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.

Document Review and Preparation:

• 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; and
• Draft correspondence, loan documents and purchase/sale documents, including Statements of Adjustments.

Technology:

• Must be proficient with Spin II (Land Titles);
• Accreditation with Personal Property Registry is desirable; and
• Adept at editing and organizing files using PDF tools.

Soft Skills:

• 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; and
• Maintain accurate tracking and ensure follow up where required.

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

• 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…