Junior Corporate Paralegal | Halifax, NS


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.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as women, visible minorities, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community/people with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. Applicants from these equity-priority groups may self-identify in their application.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Attend to corporate annual compliance matters
  • Prepare annual and other routine resolutions
  • Review and maintain corporate minute books
  • Submit filings with the provincial corporate registries, Industry Canada, and other licensing authorities
  • Process due diligence requests
  • Prepare and file PPSA registrations
  • Record billable and non-billable time
  • Attend to other duties as assigned
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
  • Excellent technical skills and exceptional attention to detail
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment
  • Strong competency in the usage of MS Office
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Ability to use good judgment and be resourceful
  • Ability to communicate in a professional manner with colleagues and clients
  • Willingness to learn and contribute to the team
  • Experience with RJSC Connect, an asset
  • Experience with electronic corporate management database, an asset

Cox & Palmer provides a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • A generous paid vacation allowance;
  • Three flex days per year;
  • Paid sick days;
  • Hybrid work options for many roles;
  • Firm paid Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plans;
  • Group Pension Plan with employer matching contributions;
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program;
  • An annual Health and Fitness Allowance; and
  • Group RRSP and TFSA programs
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This position will remain posted until successfully filled.

Lindsay Melvin, Director of People and Culture

We thank all candidates for their interest in Cox & Palmer; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Cox & Palmer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network and an Employer Partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.