Corporate Legal Assistant

North & Company LLP 
600 Chancery Court
220 4th Street S. 
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4J7

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Corporate Legal Assistant to join our team. This role involves supporting our corporate lawyers by preparing, filing, and maintaining legal documents, managing corporate records, and assisting with corporate transactions. The ideal candidate will be experienced, highly organized, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file documents for Alberta and federal incorporations. 
• Assist with amendment, continuances, amalgamations, dissolutions, and revivals. 
• Handle extra-provincial registrations and renewals across Canada. 
• Prepare business name and partnership registrations. 
• Maintain and update corporate records and minute books, both physical and digital. 
• Prepare annual returns, resolutions, and corporate governance/compliance documents. 
• Draft resolutions, share certificates, share transfers, registers, ledgers, and related documents. 
• Conduct due diligence, corporate searches (CORES), and NUANS name searches.
• Assist lawyers with corporate transactions such as asset/share purchases and reorganizations.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies (e.g., Alberta Corporate Registry), and other professionals. 
• Maintain accurate and timely corporate databases. 

Require Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience as a corporate paralegal/legal assistant in Alberta.
• CORE Level 1 Certification (minimum). 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Typing speed of at least 45 WPM. 
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities. 
• Ability to manager multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

About You:

You are an energetic professional who thrives in both independent and team settings. You bring strong time management, communication skills, and a commitment to accuracy. You are eager to grow within the role and support our clients with professionalism and care.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to NorthHR@north-co.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank everyone for their interest however, only the candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our team and enrich the services we provide. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those who identify as members of historically underrepresented groups. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know—we are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible hiring process.