Join a team dedicated to delivering outstanding client service.

Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely upon for solid legal solutions. The firm prides itself on a collegial work atmosphere and supportive team environment.

We hire self-motivated, team-minded individuals with a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to client service.

We are seeking a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join our team. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will be responsible for providing file management, commercial real estate transactions, and drafting & finalizing legal documents. Duties within this role are fast-paced, time-sensitive and expected to be performed with a proactive approach. Other duties include:

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assuming responsibility for file and document management according to firm guidelines.
• Completing all aspects of the administrative duties for commercial transactions.
• Preparing and editing a wide range of legal documents and correspondence of a confidential nature, and ensuring high quality, accuracy, and comprehensiveness.
• Performing conflict searches, external searches, and processing client intake forms.
• Managing all incoming and outgoing mail, e-mail, faxes, and phone calls in a confidential, organized, and efficient manner.
• Preparing and maintaining client records and assisting in management of key clients; and
• Conducting online corporate searches.
• Requesting title searches and property surveys and real property reports.
• Online registrations of deeds of conveyance, mortgages, assignment of rents and releases.
• Other related duties as assigned.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of an Office Administration program with a preferred focus in Paralegal Studies or Legal Administration.
• 2-3 years of related commercial real estate experience.
• Strong organizational skills, understanding of the importance of client relationships, willingness to take initiative, and ability to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks, with keen attention to detail.
• Flexible, reliable and works well in a team environment; and
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

APPLY

Qualified candidates who are interested in this position should send a covering letter and resume by August 16, 2025 to Kathryn Hunt. Please reference Commercial Paralegal in the Subject Line.

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Cox & Palmer is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN).