Paralegal, Corporate Commercial
Career Information
How to Apply
PLEASE DO NOT CALL
Qualified candidates are asked to email a current resume with a subject line: “Paralegal, Corporate Commercial” to careers@tdslaw.com.
We thank all candidates who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation related to any materials or activities used throughout our selection process. If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during our selection process, please advise prior to your interview.
Commitment to Diversity
One of our firm’s Core Values is that we value diversity and strive to reflect the communities we serve. In that regard, we encourage anyone who identifies as an Indigenous person, a visible minority, a person with a disability, and/or a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community to apply. We also welcome you to self-identify your membership in these groups if you wish to do so.
Thompson Dorfman Sweatman (TDS) believes that collaboration is essential to providing outstanding professional service. Their collegial workplace fosters greater teamwork, responsiveness, and communication, providing better results for clients. With Manitoba roots that run more than 130 years deep, TDS has long been recognized as a leading full-service law firm dedicated to serving clients and delivering high-quality work.
Perks & Benefits
- Company pension with generous employer match
- Diverse group health, dental and disability benefits
- Employee assistance program
- Affordable gym in the building
- Paid time off
- Centrally located in True North Square, a state-of-the-art building, with many nearby restaurants, and amenities available.
- Some flexibility for start and end times within core office hours.
Overview
TDS is currently seeking a Paralegal with Corporate Commercial experience. This position will primarily support the efforts of the Corporate Commercial lawyers at the firm, assisting with the completion of Financing documents, Securities opinions, Limited Partnership matters and providing subject matter expertise in corporate searches, filings, and documents.
Key Responsibilities
Preparing all documents related to:
- Corporate/Commercial Opinions (Limited Partnership and PPSA-related)
- Due diligence searches (asset/entity-related) and due diligence reports
- Personal Property Security Act searches, registrations, opinions, and reporting
- Extra-provincial and business name registration documents for filing including NWTPA registrations and preparation of registration of limited partnerships and change documents
- Loan security documents
- Incorporation and organization, amendment to articles, continuance, dissolution, and revival of Manitoba and CBCA corporations
- Registration, supplementary registration, cancellation and restoration of CBCA and other extra-provincial corporations in Manitoba
- Registration, renewal, change of registrants, change of limited partnership and dissolution of business names and limited partnerships in Manitoba
- Resolutions changing directors, officers, registered office address, accountants, and financial year end; issuing, transferring, and redeeming shares
Preferred Qualifications
- Work effectively in a professional, fast paced environment
- Experience in an office or business environment
- Superior organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong emphasis on attention to detail and proofreading
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Mature attitude, professional and strong work ethic
- Dependability and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and co-ordinate multiple projects with multiple individuals
- Has a mindset for helping others, a client service mentality, and a positive attitude
- Ability to work under pressure, stress, and tight deadlines at times
- Legal Administrative Assistant certificate or diploma
- Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
- Strong administration and research skills
Location(s)
- Winnipeg
