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About Patenaude PATENAUDE TAX + TRUST

PATENAUDE is a boutique law firm specializing in Canadian and cross–border tax and estate planning for high–net-worth private clients. The firm is recognized by Best Lawyers and Who‘s Who Legal among the best in the field of private clients. We advise individuals with property or businesses in Canada or abroad, as well as their family members. Clients turn to us for our cutting–edge expertise, particularly in the areas of tax and estate planning and trust law. Our experience and know–how provide our clients with an unparalleled perspective. Each situation is unique, so we advocate a human approach, focused on the development of creative and personalized solutions.

Why choose PATENAUDE TAX + TRUST?

We are a small team of passionate professionals, where all members work together on an equal footing. We stand out from the larger firms with our flexible structure.  In addition to offering a competitive salary and benefits, we strongly believe in work–life balance. The possibility of hybrid work, flexible hours, group insurance and access to a telemedicine program are other examples

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Paralegal

We are looking for a paralegal to join our team of tax law professionals in Montreal. The person we are looking for will work in a team with our lawyers, notaries by carrying out various tasks in corporate and tax law. This is a permanent position with opportunities for professional growth.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate files by ensuring that deadlines are met and by following up as necessary;
  • Prepare and draft resolutions and other legal documents;
  • Organize and coordinate the incorporation, organization, amendment of articles of association, amalgamation or dissolution of corporations.
  • Assist in corporate reorganizations;
  • Prepare closing agendas;
  • Ensure the organization, maintenance and compliance of corporate minute books;
  • Review and update the annual information of corporations and handle filings with Corporation Canada and the Registraire des entreprises;
  • Prepare certain tax forms.

Your profile

  • Holder of a DEC in paralegal technology or equivalent experience;
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience;
  • Experience in tax law (an asset);
  • Knowledge of corporate laws;
  • Fluency in French and English, both oral and written;
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
  • Good analytical judgment, resourcefulness and attention to detail;
  • Ability to work in a team;

Working conditions

  • Competitive salary.
  • Flexible, friendly and stimulating work environment offering daily challenges and the opportunity to showcase your skills.
  • Flexible schedule, which allows you to balance work and personal life.
  • Office closure during the holiday season.
  • Access to continuing education to ensure your professional development.
  • Group insurance and wellness program.

Want to be part of our amazing team? We invite you to send your resume to the following address: recrutement@patenaude.law.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

 

Lawyer/notary

We are looking for individuals with a passion for tax to join our team of dynamic tax specialists. Candidates must stand out for their versatility and adaptability, creativity, professionalism, judgment and ability to listen to the needs of our clients.

Advocating a multidisciplinary approach focused on client needs, candidates will be called upon to intervene in stimulating mandates of a variety of nature.

Responsibilities

Depending on your experience and profile, you will be called upon to assume the following responsibilities and tasks:

  • Participate in Canadian and cross-border tax planning mandates.
  • Design corporate reorganizations.
  • Write opinions.
  • Analyze corporate structures and identify clients’ tax, legal and personal issues as well as formulate personalized, practical and concrete recommendations and solutions.
  • Conduct legal and tax research.
  • Review and/or draft various legal documents (wills, protection mandates, trust deeds, corporate documents, shareholders’ agreements, etc.).
  • Participate in the sharing of knowledge and experience among team members.
  • Participate in the firm’s outreach through conferences, publications and social and professional involvement.

Qualifications

  • Professional title of accountant, lawyer or notary.
  • Training in taxation (DESS, M. Fisc or In-depth Tax Course).
  • A minimum of 5 years of relevant tax experience for a senior position.
  • A minimum of 2 years of relevant tax experience for a junior position.
  • Creative spirit.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Professional and confidential approach.
  • Ability to work in a team.
  • Bilingualism (oral and written).

Working conditions

  • Competitive salary.
  • Flexible, friendly and stimulating work environment offering daily challenges and the opportunity to showcase your skills.
  • Flexible schedule, which allows you to balance work and personal life.
  • Office closure during the holiday season.
  • Access to continuing education to ensure your professional development.
  • Group insurance and wellness program.

Want to be part of our amazing team? We invite you to send your resume to the following address: recrutement@patenaude.law.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

 

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