Corporate Paralegal

Corporate Paralegal Halifax, NS Reference # AC - 7406 Meridia Recruitment Solutions has partnered with Cox & Palmer, one of Atlantic Canada's largest and most established law firms, to recruit a Corporate Paralegal to join their Halifax office. As a member of the Corporate Services team, the Corporate Paralegal will provide support to lawyers and clients on a variety of corporate matters, including incorporations, reorganizations, regulatory filings, due diligence requests, and the maintenance of corporate records. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional client service. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: • Incorporate and organize Nova Scotia and Federal corporations, including both for-profit and not-for-profit entities. • Prepare documentation related to corporate reorganizations, dissolutions, and other corporate transactions. • Coordinate extra-provincial registrations and business name registrations across multiple jurisdictions. • Prepare routine corporate resolutions and related documentation. • Review, maintain, and update corporate minute books and records. • Submit filings with federal and provincial corporate registries and other regulatory bodies. • Track compliance requirements and maintain corporate records to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance. • Process due diligence requests and prepare supporting documentation. • Prepare and file PPSA registrations. • Support the training and mentorship of team members as required. • Maintain accurate time records and assist with additional corporate services activities as needed. YOUR REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum 5 years of experience in a Corporate Paralegal or Corporate Law Clerk role. • Strong experience supporting corporate transactions and maintaining corporate records. • Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment. • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. • Experience with Athennian would be considered an asset. • Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and a commitment to exceptional client service. BENEFITS: Cox & Palmer offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including: • Generous vacation entitlement • Three flex days annually • Paid sick days • Employer-paid health, dental, and life insurance coverage • Group Pension Plan with employer matching contributions • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Annual Health and Fitness Allowance To express interest in this opportunity, please click on the "Apply Now" button below. For more information, please contact Adam Creaghan, Partner, at [email protected] or 647-336-1416 or Lauren MacDonald, Recruitment Specialist, at [email protected] or 902-407-1427. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Lauren know. Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice, we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.

The Corporate Paralegal provides support for corporate matters including incorporations, reorganizations, and regulatory filings. They are responsible for maintaining corporate records, processing due diligence requests, and ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance.

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Corporate Paralegal or Corporate Law Clerk. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and experience with Athennian is considered an asset.

• Generous vacation entitlement • Three flex days annually • Paid sick days • Employer-paid health, dental, and life insurance coverage • Group Pension Plan with employer matching contributions • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Annual Health and Fitness Allowance

• Time managementPreferred
• Customer servicePreferred
• written communicationPreferred
• Microsoft Office SuitePreferred

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• Corporate Incorporations
• Corporate Reorganizations
• Regulatory Filings
• Due Diligence
• Corporate Record Maintenance
• Extra-provincial Registrations
• PPSA Registrations
• Minute Book Management
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Athennian
• Time Management
• Client Service
• Legal Documentation
• Compliance Tracking
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication

• Legal
• Administrative

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Oct 2, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level