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Job Description Job Title: Property Paralegal Reports to: Partners and Associate Lawyers Location: Summerside, PE Key Murray Law is the largest independent law firm in Prince Edward Island. We are an Island-based team of lawyers and professional support staff committed to creating value for our clients through the delivery of innovative, consistent, and dependable legal services. We provide effective and efficient legal services in many disciplines and advocate for clients across multiple forums and areas. Our firm combines the strength of a global alliance with a strong local focus from offices in Charlottetown, Summerside, Mill River, and Souris. In addition to providing leading legal services across the Island, we are dedicated to supporting the future of communities and organizations in PEI through ongoing philanthropic efforts. Job Summary A Property Paralegal assists lawyers with the delivery of legal services under their supervision. Duties include administrative work related to property closings and drafting associated documents. Summary of Responsibilities - Assist lawyers with all aspects of commercial and residential property files - Draft documentation for residential property files - Act as a liaison between the firm and clients, providing clear and timely communication on property files and transactions - Track outstanding deal documentation and manage property closings - Provide formal post-closing reporting of property documentation to clients and lenders - Provide general administrative support to members of the property team - Work overtime as needed to meet client requirements - Organize and maintain legal files - File documents with applicable registries and/or court systems - Other duties as required Qualifications - Successful completion of a Legal Secretary program or equivalent experience - Strong competency in MS Office, especially Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Standard - Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with proven customer service ability - Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail - Accurate and efficient data entry and keyboarding skills - Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment - Flexible, reliable, and works well in a team - Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines Salary and Benefits - Salary range: $40,000 – $60,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications - Health, Dental, and Vision coverage - Life Insurance and Accidental Death - Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave - Legal Education - Employee and Family Assistance Program - Group RRSP - Travel Insurance Working Hours Salaried Position: Monday – Friday, 9 am to 5 pm This position may require occasional after hours or extended hours based on firm activity.