Paralegal - Commercial Real Estate

DLA Piper LLP; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits starting

Disability Coverage

Retirement savings plan with matching

Vacation and sick leave

Wellness subsidy

Hybrid Work Environment

Professional Development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

DLA Piper Canada is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our Commercial Real Estate team in Canada. You will support lawyers with document review, due diligence, and closing activities across real estate transactions.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in commercial real estate, strong drafting skills, and proficiency with land titles processes. We offer a hybrid work environment, competitive benefits, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 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 accurate and detail-oriented with sound judgement.
• Excellent communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple files.

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Paralegal education

Tools

Spin II (Land Titles)

Personal Property Registry

Job description

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.

Duties & Responsibilities

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.

Knowledge, Qualities & Experience 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.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health benefitsstarting 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 Coverageincluding 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 offincluding competitive vacation time offering based on tenure with the firm, paid sick time and acknowledgment of all statutory and some non-statutory holidays;
• Wellness benefitsincluding an Employee and Family Assistance Plan and an annual fitness/wellness subsidy;
• Hybrid Work Environmentwith the majority of positions having hybrid flexibility;
• Professional Development including support for ongoing continued learning opportunities; and
• Collaborative Team environment with staff and firm-wide events and celebrations throughout the year.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DLA Piper Canada encourages all Applicants with disabilities to contact DLA Piper Canada if they require accommodation during the recruitment process. DLA Piper Canada will consult with the Applicant and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the Applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.