legal assistant Kitchener
Job description
Madorin, Snyder LLP is a full service law firm based in Kitchener, Ontario and serving clients throughout Ontario. Over the last 60 years we have maintained our reputation as specialists in a number of areas of the law, including real estate, corporate commercial and estates.
We require an individual with a general background and experience in Corporate, Wills and Estates to join a busy practice.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
· Registering, amending, renewing and cancelling business names and partnerships together with preparation of documents to authorize same;
· Preparation of documents for incorporations, amendments, dissolutions, amalgamations, and corporate reorganizations;
· Minute Book administration;
· Preparing and drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney;
· Administration of Estates, including probate type applications and estate accounting;
· Preparation of Estate Information Returns;
· Liaises with executors for particulars of deceased and assets of estates;
· Attends to filings;
· Asset and Share sale/purchase transactions;
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
· A minimum of two (2) years' experience;
· Strong computer knowledge in the following programs: Office365, Appara, Estateably, Unity, PPSA registration systems, and PC Law;
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with clients, lawyers and staff;
· Ability to work in a fast paced high volume environment occasionally under tight timelines;
· Must be organized, and meticulous with attention to detail;
· Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment;
· Possess a strong aptitude for working with numbers;
· Successful Completion of a related post-secondary education program is required;
· Experience in real estate transactions would be an asset.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kitchener, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Corporate Legal Assistant: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kitchener, ON