Paralegal

We are currently seeking a motivated Paralegal to join our team. The successful candidate will provide essential support in debt enforcement and recovery matters, assisting with the preparation and management of enforcement proceedings and related documentation. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated professional with strong organizational skills and an interest in litigation and enforcement work, with 1-3 years of relevant experience.

What You Will Be Doing

• Prepare, draft, and file documents in debt enforcement and recovery matters.
• Conduct due diligence checks such as property searches on the Teraview platform, corporate, PPSA, execution, and writ searches, and prepare reports on findings.
• Manage post-judgment enforcement steps, including garnishments and examinations in aid of execution.
• Attend Small Claims Court for filings, motions, and procedural steps as required.
• Coordinate service of documents and liase with court staff, enforcement officers, clients, and opposing counsel.
• Work closely with lawyers and senior staff to ensure efficient and accurate handling of enforcement files.
• Maintain an organized and current file system for client files.

Responsibilities

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (P1 license required)
• Completion of a paralegal program from an accredited post-secondary institution is preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in Teraview
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with the ability to take initiative in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel/Outlook/Word)

Compensation & Benefits

Loopstra Nixon LLP offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including:

• Salary range: $65,000 - $75,000 CAD, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Health Care Spending Account
• Professional development and education assistance
• Wellness and employee engagement programs

Additional Information

• This job posting is for a newly created role.
• We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen or assess candidates in our recruitment process.

Loopstra Nixon is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, we are dedicated to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.