Overview
Prowse Barrette LLP is an established mid-sized law firm located in the heart of downtown Edmonton. We are seeking an experienced Corporate Legal Assistant to join the corporate division. This role is ideal for someone who values work-life balance, enjoys collaborating with great colleagues, and wants to be part of a supportive and engaging workplace culture.
In addition to offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, we also cover the cost of a monthly transit pass for those who choose public transportation—with bus and LRT access right outside our building.
If you are a self-starter with strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, we’d love the chance to connect. We’re proud of the culture we’ve built, and we believe you deserve a workplace where your success is supported and celebrated.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, draft, and revise corporate documents including incorporations, amendments, annual returns, minute books, share transactions, and related filings.
- Maintain and organize corporate records to ensure compliance with regulatory and filing requirements.
- Assist with incorporations, extra-provincial registrations, continuances, dissolutions, and other corporate transactions.
- Conduct and review corporate searches
- Manage and track filing deadlines, annual returns, and minute book updates.
- Coordinate and communicate with lawyers, clients, and government agencies regarding corporate filings and documentation.
- Provide administrative support such as scheduling, file management, billing preparation, and correspondence.
- Supporting multiple lawyers with their corporate law practices
Other Requirements:
- CORES Level II required; however, candidates with CORES Level I and relevant experience will also be considered.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, ALF, CORES, CLIO
- Strong proofreading skills to ensure accuracy in all documentation.
- Excellent project management abilities to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Competent in data entry with attention to detail for maintaining accurate records.
- Excellent client service rapport and professionalism
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Commuter benefits
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Which post-secondary institution did you receive your certification (Legal Assistant or Paralegal diploma/certification.)?
- How many years of experience do you have in Corporate Law?
- What level of CORES certification do you have?
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-09-02
