Contact:  Jeffrey G. Craig, jcraig@tlb.bc.ca

Job Type/Category: Full Time, Solicitor Position

Overview:If you are looking for a new opportunity in a recreational community with an affordable lifestyle, we have an opening available to join our team.
We are currently seeking a Solicitor who is enthusiastic and self-motivated with broad-based corporate/commercial experience, including experience in formation and disposal of businesses, asset and share transactions, corporate organization, restructuring and reorganizations as well as residential and commercial real estate.

Thompson LeRose & Brown is a general practice firm with opportunities to learn other practice areas with two offices located in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia. We strive to maintain a client focused, supportive team-based culture. Our lawyers are supported by talented and committed paralegals and administrative staff. We offer an exciting, diverse, and inclusive work environment with a well-established client base and challenging work, competitive compensation and opportunities for personal growth and development.

Requirements:
 

•  A law degree and member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
• A minimum of 2-4 years as a practicing lawyer with in-depth knowledge of corporate/commercial
  law ideally with a focus on real estate.
• Experienced in contract drafting, negotiations and administration
• Exceptional client service and interpersonal skills
• Superior judgment and business acumen
• Excellent communication skills

How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume addressed to Jeffrey G. Craig at jcraig@tlb.bc.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Contact:  Jeffrey G. Craig, jcraig@tlb.bc.ca

Job Type/Category: Full Time, Real Estate Conveyancer and Estate Legal Assistant

Overview:Thompson LeRose & Brown is seeking a conveyancing and estate legal assistant/paralegal to join our firm. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, professional that thrives on work that is both interesting and complex within a Solicitor’s practice. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of its busy practice including drafting, reviewing, and analyzing contracts of purchase and sale, conducting title/due diligence searches, and all matters related to Real Estate closings including financing and assisting estate matters. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package.

Responsibilities:
 

•     Administers files from start to finish.
•     Prepares documents with respect to purchases and sales of various types of residential and commercial properties, financing, deposits and payouts.
•     Responsible for Land Title and Authority registrations, amendments and discharges.
•     Prepares and diarizes summaries of key transaction dates and conducts title and off-title due diligence searches.
•     Prepares all internal documents relating to trust transactions.
•     Prepares discharge of mortgages and reporting discharge particulars to financial institutions.
•     Prepares and finalize reporting letters and diarize key post-closing dates and tasks.
•     Communicates with vendors, purchasers, financial institutions, clients, lawyers, brokers and others.
•     Engages in direct phone and email communications with clients and others.
•     Prepare probate and administration application materials
•     Communicate with financial institutions and others to gather information about estate assets.
•     Act as primary liaison with the probate registry, Public Client and Trustee's office and other government agencies.
•     Assist executors and administrators in the administration of estates, including the transmission and transfer of estate assets and the preparation of accounts.
•     Arrange publication of notices to creditors and related tasks.
•     Other administrative support to the department as needed.
•     Other administrative support as required in coordination with existing administrative assistants.
•     Maintains confidentiality of the Firm and client information.

Qualifications and Experience:
 

•     Completion of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal Diploma/Certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution OR two years’ experience as a Legal Assistant or  Paralegal in Solicitor’s practice or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
•     Working computer knowledge including: MS Word, MS Outlook, LEAP, Lawyer-Done-Deal conveyancing programs and Adobe.
•     Working knowledge of various applicable databases including BC Online, LTSA, municipal tax searches, etc.
•     Strong understanding of BC Land Title Office registration requirements and capability with e-filing including coordination of electronic meets.
•     Knowledgeable in litigation matters relating to land (eg claims of builders lien, certificates of pending litigation and judgments).

How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume addressed to Jeffrey G. Craig at jcraig@tlb.bc.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Contact:  Jeffrey G. Craig, jcraig@tlb.bc.ca

Job Type/Category: Full Time,  Legal Assistant including Administrative/Bookkeeping Duties

Overview:Thompson LeRose & Brown is seeking a dedicated professional to provide comprehensive support across various accounting functions, including Accounts Payable (AP), Payroll, Accounts Receivable (AR), and Trust accounting. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package. If this looks like you, then apply today to start your journey with our office.

Responsibilities:
 

•  Post and reconcile general account and credit card transactions
• Process Trust cheques and obtain necessary signatures.
• Complete daily bank deposits for Trust and General accounts.
• Handle trust transfers for firm account payments and between matters.
• Payroll including,T4 monthly payments, T4 slips and ROE’s.
• Perform bank reconciliations for General and Trust accounts.
• Month‐end financial statements and year‐end closing processes.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support financial audits by providing required documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting files and records.
• Ensure adherence to Law Society rules and regulations.
• Address ad‐hoc duties as needed.
• Support monthly billing for our staff

Qualifications and Experience:
 

•  Completion of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal Diploma/Certificate from an accredited post‐secondary institution OR two years’ experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in Solicitor’s practice or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Min 3 years of experience in accounting, with familiarity in full cycle accounting; experience in professional services is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficient with MS Office 365, PCLaw and/or LEAP and QuickBooks.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in managing data and financial records.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and software.
• Organizational and time management skills are important. Multitasking and meeting deadlines.
• Effective working both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem‐solving abilities.
• Customer‐focused with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with professional and courteous communication, both oral and written.

How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume addressed to Jeffrey G. Craig at jcraig@tlb.bc.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted.