Intermediate to Senior Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant

Built on a foundation of integrity and individualized attention, WBA Law LLP is a full-service law firm that has proudly served clients in Calgary and surrounding areas since 1969. WBA Law LLP practices business law, real estate and advocacy. Our firm presents a collaborative and dynamic team environment in which high calibre legal work is performed in a collegial and supportive atmosphere that fosters and encourages flexibility and creativity (www.wbalaw.ca).

Responsibilities

• Prepare all documents required for sale, purchase, and mortgage financing transactions from start to finish, including reporting to clients and lenders
• Review and request real property reports, certificates of title, title insurance and related documents
• Receive and disburse funds and accurately account for same
• Communicate and coordinate with clients, real estate agents, lenders, and other stakeholders to facilitate an efficient transaction process
• Work within a team environment
• Perform administrative duties specific to the team’s needs
• Prepare and manage billings for various lawyers
• Prepare closing books in relation to real estate transactions

Qualifications

• Post-secondary or a combination of work experience (minimum 5 years) in real estate (preferably commercial)
• Solid practice management experience working for multiple lawyers.
• Corporate experience is an asset
• Experience with Alberta Land Titles and PPSA searches
• Experience in conveyancing software, PC Law and NetDocuments is an asset
• Attention to detail
• Experience with general due diligence
• Team oriented
• Highly organized
• Dependable and can also work independently
• Flexible and adaptable

If you are a professional, motivated, hardworking team player, please submit your resume with a cover letter through LinkedIn or to ***email_hidden***.

Exciting perks and benefits of working at WBA LAW LLP include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Benefits: extended health, dental, vision, out of country, life, AD&D
• Fitness Benefit: health and wellness reimbursement and complimentary access to building amenities;
• Paid Time Off: vacation time starts at 3 weeks, personal days and sick time
• Work remote: 1 day per week

We support equal opportunities for all applicants and encourage all people of visible minorities, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression to apply.