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Who are we?
Taylor McCaffrey LLP is one of Manitoba’s leading law firms. We are focused on providing our clients with exceptional service that meets their needs. We offer a positive and professional working environment that demonstrates care and support for our firm members. We also focus on training, and opportunities for mentorship and advancement. Our compensation and benefits program is comprehensive and includes Health, Dental, Disability coverage, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and EAP resources for you and your family and a Pension Plan.
For additional information about the firm, please visit our website at www.tmlawyers.com.
Role Overview:
We are currently seeking an Legal Assistant for our Real Estate Paralegal Pool. This position requires a basic knowledge of real estate matters to assist paralegals in the performance of substantive legal work. Assistance may include all aspects of various residential conveyancing transactions including opening files, conducting searches, drafting closing documents and trust letters, which may involve condominiums, leased lands, farmland, new construction, and standard residential properties. Must be proficient in using Word. Real estate conveyancing experience is preferred, but not required. You will be expected to quickly become proficient in using our conveyancing, accounting, and document management software.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Opening and closing files
• Conducting and reviewing of preliminary searches including tax, title, companies office, water, permit and Personal Property Registry searches
• Ordering condominium documents
• Ordering documents from Land Titles online
• Reading and understanding an Offer to Purchase
• Inputting client and file information in Lawyer Done Deal (LDD)
• Conducting various conflict searches on new clients
• Opening new files in Leap
• Depositing and requesting cheques using the finance and accounting software (Leap)
• Administrative duties including filing, photocopying and scanning
• Creating and managing a file assignment database
• Communication with real estate lawyers and their assistants
• Assisting paralegals with preparing documents, requesting funds, reporting to lenders and clients, etc., when required
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
• Experience working as a real estate legal assistant/law clerk is an asset
• Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows Explorer
• Knowledge and understanding of Manitoba Property Registry Electronic Registration is an asset
• Must be able to multi-task, manage multiple files simultaneously and work under tight timelines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction and guidance
• Must be detail oriented, well organized, able to learn quickly and exercise initiative
• Excellent people skills; ability to work effectively as a team as well as independently
• Professional and positive work attitude
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Other:
• Post-secondary education in Legal Administration is an asset
• Experience in the use of MS Office Applications
• Knowledge of document management, accounting and real estate software is an asset
Schedule:
• 35 hour work week, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
Job Type:
• Full- Time
Qualified candidates can submit their resume and cover letter (including salary expectations) to careers@tmlawyers.com
Taylor McCaffrey LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all firm members.
Reasonable accommodations are available during our assessment and selection processes.
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those under consideration will be contacted.
Taylor McCaffrey LLP
2200– 201 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 3L3
Phone: 204-949-1312
Website: www.tmlawyers.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-mccaffrey-llp
Instagram: @TM_Lawyers
Qualified candidates can submit their cover letter and resume via email to:
When I was hired as a legal assistant, I received the guidance and mentorship to develop the skills and understanding to become a real estate paralegal.Author:Rebecca
I've been part of the TM family for many years and what I like is working with people that appreciate you and the sense of belonging that I have here. I feel respected and valued for what I bring to the firm.Author:Terri
I have been working for Taylor McCaffrey LLP for only eight months but I have loved it from day one. There are many positive and great things here such as great environment and culture, work-life balance and flexibility, safety and ongoing opportunities for growth and development. However, the most valuable part of TM is the people. They are the ones who create a professional, safe, considerate and appreciative environment. I believe Taylor McCaffrey LLP has great leadership and dedicated people who work together. You never have to struggle as there is always someone who is willing to assist you. This encourages you to do a good job and get better every day. I would also like to endorse the training and development, IT and HR teams that offer you all the support you need from day one and throughout your journey with the firm. Finally there is synergy of effort between the legal assistants and their lawyers that encourages teamwork, care and respect.Author:Slavna
Taylor McCaffrey provides me with all the support and resources I need to improve my skills and to enjoy my job. It feels really good to know you're valued and recognized for what you do, no matter how big or small the contribution is.Author:Shalimar