Legal Assistant- Corporate Commercial

Stipic Binder Drake Reynolds LLP; Windsor; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

RRSP matching

Job summary

Stipic Binder Drake Reynolds LLP in Windsor, Ontario is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its corporate and commercial practice. You will manage day-to-day workflow for multiple corporate lawyers from onboarding to conducting filings.

The ideal candidate holds a law clerk diploma or equivalent, with experience in real estate or wills and estates an asset. Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign, and docketing software are required.

Qualifications

• The candidate should have a law clerk diploma or equivalent education or work experience.
• Background in real estate law and/or wills and estates is a plus.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office, Acrobat, DocuSign and docketing software are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file articles and corporate documentation for incorporations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations and dissolutions under OBCA.
• Prepare routine minute book materials and filings (director/officer changes, address, dividends, etc.).
• Prepare and file business name, partnership and limited partnership registrations/renewals as required by statute.
• Consult with lawyers to identify necessary corporate documents and assist in searching and filing for transactions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Client communication

Education

Law Clerk Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

DocuSign

Docketing software

Job description

Job Title: Legal Assistant B Corporate Commercial

About Us

We are a dynamic and growing law firm committed to delivering practical, business-oriented legal solutions to a diverse client base ranging from startups to established enterprises.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our busy corporate and commercial practice group. In this role, you will manage day-to-day demands for multiple corporate lawyers, overseeing workflow from initial client onboarding through complex corporate transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and filing articles and corporate documentation relating to simple and complex incorporations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations and dissolution in addition to other complex corporate transactions, primarily under the OBCA;
• Preparing routine minute book documentation (e.g. annual meeting materials, changes to directors/officers/registered office address/ share provisions, declaration of dividends, and returns of capital, etc.) and making necessary filings;
• Preparing and filing business name, partnership and limited partnership registrations, amendments, renewals, etc. required by provincial legislation;
• Consulting with lawyers and assisting in identifying necessary or appropriate corporation documentation, searching and filing in connection with transactions and other corporate requirements;

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a law clerk diploma, equivalent education or work experience. A background in real estate law and/or wills and estates would also be considered an asset. Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs, Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign, and accounting/docketing software is required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and excellent communication skills are a necessity as well as the ability to communicate and work well with clients, staff, and lawyers.

What We Offer

• We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits plan, and an RRSP matching program.