Real Estate Paralegal

Pitblado Law; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

RRSP/DPSP plan

Excellent benefits

Friendly work environment

Job summary

Pitblado Law is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to support the Real Estate Department and the attached lawyers in completing residential real estate transactions. Reporting to the Partner, you will draft contracts, letters, and related documents, coordinate closings, and liaise with clients and lenders.

The ideal candidate has a Paralegal or Legal Assistant credential, 5+ years of real estate experience, strong organizational, communication, and computer skills, and ability to multitask in a

Qualifications

• Paralegal or Legal Assistant certificate or diploma from a recognized institution.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Real Estate Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• Working knowledge of provincial and federal laws and terminology.
• Experience with drafting legal documents.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, purchase contracts, trust letters, and other real property and conveyancing related documents.
• Requesting and processing mortgage advances, stage payments, and file payouts for residential, commercial, and builders’ mortgages.
• Reviewing and understanding title work and surveys.
• Coordinating and preparing documents for transaction closings.
• Requesting various searches: tax, title, company, and Personal Property Registry.
• Reviewing documents and files.
• Corresponding with clients, solicitors, mortgage brokers, and real estate agents.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork and independence

Time management and multitasking

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal or Legal Assistant certificate or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join our team. Reporting to the Partner in charge of the Real Estate Department, the Real Estate Paralegal is primarily supporting the efforts of the Real Estate department and related lawyers at our Firm, assisting with the completion of various residential real estate transactions.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Drafting, purchase contracts, trust letters, and other real property and conveyancing related documents.
• Requesting and processing mortgage advances, stage payments, and file payouts for residential, commercial, and builders’ mortgages.
• Reviewing and understanding title work and surveys.
• Coordinating and preparing documents for transaction closings.
• Requesting various searches: tax, title, company, and Personal Property Registry.
• Reviewing documents and files.
• Corresponding with clients, solicitors, mortgage brokers, and real estate agents.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Paralegal or Legal Assistant certificate or diploma from a recognized institution.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Real Estate Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge of provincial and federal laws and terminology.
• Experience with drafting legal documents.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to liaise and maintain positive working relationships with with lawyers, Pitblado Law staff and external clients.
• Strong computer skills, with knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle several time-sensitive projects simultaneously.

Pitblado Law offers a friendly work environment, a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including RRSP/DPSP plan.

We are committed to addressing the importance of diversity and inclusion and fostering a workplace that reflects the strength and diversity of our community and our clients. If you identify as a member of a diverse group, including any of the following designated groups, we encourage you to self-declare in confidence within your cover letter or resume: Women, Indigenous Peoples, Members of the 2SLGBTQ+ Community, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities.

We are committed to providing barrier-free access and engaging in accessible employment practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to any of the materials or activities used throughout our selection process.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted.