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Montreal, QC · On-site

A career as a Paralegal in the Governance and Legal Affairs team at National Bank means acting as a ... the Senior Director, Subsidiary Governance. Our team stands out for its expertise, rigor, and ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior paralegal in Quebec is $66,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A senior paralegal is a legal assistant with more knowledge and experience in the field than other paralegals in their department. As a senior paralegal, you are often given more complex job duties and can work more independently than other staff. You prepare legal documents under the guidance of an attorney, study the intricacies of various areas of law, and contact clients and other members of the justice system on behalf of the attorney when they are not present. You may also offer clients a quote for services and attend the trial when necessary. The qualifications for a paralegal include associate degree and passing a certification exam.

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Infographic showing various Senior Paralegal job openings in Quebec as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 72% Physical, 17% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,557 per year, or $32 per hour.

Senior Paralegal, Business Law

McCarthy Ttrault LLP

Montreal, QC • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

At McCarthy Tétrault, we offer challenging and rewarding career opportunities and are delighted to have been selected for the eleventh consecutive year in 2023 as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Our culture is built on professional excellence, collaboration, innovation, thought leadership and entrepreneurialism. We embrace inclusion in all its forms and we provide the tools and opportunities to help our people develop to their full potential.


This position can be based out of Montreal or Quebec City. McCarthy Tétrault employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.


As a Senior Paralegal, you will be:

  • Providing independent professional support services, including assistance with complex transactions.
  • Preparing and drafting some or all of the following documents, in addition to those in Level I and Level II (see end of document):
    (a) Documents and articles relating to corporate reorganizations
    (b) Documents and articles relating to tax reorganizations
    (c) Documents and articles relating to asset/share purchase and sale transactions
    (d) Due diligence review reports
  • Other duties and responsibilities may include some or all of the following:
    (a) Attend organizational meetings with clients/lawyers and recommend a course of action.
    (b) Assisting in drafting various agreements.
    (c) Reviewing and analyzing corporate charter documents and recommending changes as needed.
    (d) Drafting complex share provisions.
    (e) Assisting in preparation of complex closing agendas.
    (f) Conducting complex due diligence reviews.
    (g) Coordinating closing documents, searches, and reporting on other matters for the transaction.
    (h) Attending closings.
    (i) Preparing checklists and precedents.
    (j) Obtaining name search reports and reporting on the results of same and updating if required.
    (k) Maintaining integrity of corporate database and all record keeping systems.
    (l) Mentoring junior and intermediate paralegal/law clerks.
  • Keeping current on changes in legislation and government policy and informing others as appropriate.
  • Ensuring quality and accuracy of work, and ensuring work is completed within reasonable time frame.
  • Record time entries in a timely manner in accordance with the requirements prescribed by the Firm and the practice group/administrative services group. Record the minimum number of billable and non-billable hours as required.
  • Any other related tasks as required.

As our ideal candidate, you will distinguish yourself by the following profile:

  • College Degree/Certificate in Paralegal studies or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate law.
  • NUANS Completion Certificate, as required.
  • Bilingualism (French and English)

As a member of the McCarthy team, you will have access to:

  • Outstanding benefits from day one, including insurance premiums paid by the Firm and wellness and technology reimbursements.
  • A commitment to professional development and growth opportunities for our people at all levels, supported by a culture that fully embraces and encourages two-way feedback.
  • Strong community involvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
  • A collaborative, cohesive culture that connects lawyers and business teams through collective purpose.

We thank all applicants for their interest in McCarthy Tétrault; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about application status. McCarthy Tétrault is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.

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