Paralegal, Debt Recovery & Foreclosures

Job title: Paralegal, Debt Recovery & Foreclosures

Company: David Aplin Group

Job description: Aplin has partnered with our client, an established, full-service law firm based in Edmonton, to hire a Debt Recovery and Foreclosures Paralegal to work independently within a busy foreclosure and collection team.The firm provides legal expertise across a broad range of practice areas and is known for its collaborative and client-focused approach. They serve a diverse client base-from individuals and small businesses to large corporations and institutions. They are committed to delivering practical legal solutions with integrity, professionalism, and efficiency.Responsibilities:

• Preparing collection documents such as demand letters, Statements of Claim, Originating Applications, Garnishees, and Writs of Enforcements
• Communicating with debtors, process servers, and service providers
• Preparing caveats for condo fee collections, default judgments, writs of enforcement, and bills of cost
• Updating the client database on file proceedings
• Opening files, performing searches, preparing template letters and documents.
• Organization, and administration of payment plans, receipting cheques and paying invoices.
• Digital management of email and other correspondence and other clerical and accounting duties required for file management

Skills and Attributes:

• 3-5 years of experience in debt recovery and foreclosure
• Diploma in Legal Assistance or Paralegal Studies from an accredited institution
• In-depth understanding of Alberta Rules of Court and civil enforcement procedures
• Familiarity working with relevant legislation such as: Civil Enforcement Act, Personal Property Securities Act, Law of Property Act, and Condominium Property Act
• Proactive, independent, and well-organized, with keen attention to detail
• Adept at managing deadlines and adapting to changing priorities

Responsibilities:

• Preparing collection documents such as demand letters, Statements of Claim, Originating Applications, Garnishees, and Writs of Enforcements
• Communicating with debtors, process servers, and service providers
• Preparing caveats for condo fee collections, default judgments, writs of enforcement, and bills of cost
• Updating the client database on file proceedings
• Opening files, performing searches, preparing template letters and documents.
• Organization, and administration of payment plans, receipting cheques and paying invoices.
• Digital management of email and other correspondence and other clerical and accounting duties required for file management

Skills and Attributes:

• 3-5 years of experience in debt recovery and foreclosure
• Diploma in Legal Assistance or Paralegal Studies from an accredited institution
• In-depth understanding of Alberta Rules of Court and civil enforcement procedures
• Familiarity working with relevant legislation such as: Civil Enforcement Act, Personal Property Securities Act, Law of Property Act, and Condominium Property Act
• Proactive, independent, and well-organized, with keen attention to detail
• Adept at managing deadlines and adapting to changing priorities

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.

Expected salary:

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Wed, 28 May 2025 07:33:09 GMT

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