Our client, a well-established full-service law firm serving clients across Southern Ontario, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Law Clerk to support their busy Wills & Estates practice on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a clerk who enjoys owning the full estate administration process, from opening a file through to final distribution, and who takes pride in accurate, well-organized work. This is a hands-on role for someone who can manage estate files independently and keep multiple matters moving smoothly.

It is well suited to a recent law clerk graduate, a candidate coming off a recent contract, or an internationally trained lawyer or licensing candidate looking to build hands-on estates experience in a supportive, collaborative workplace. Collect and organize the information required to administer an estate, and maintain estate checklists Prepare estate administration documents, including the Application for a Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee, the Certificate of Appointment, and the supporting affidavit Prepare renunciations, notarials, and statements of original assets Prepare and file Estate Information Returns Accounts,



Distributions & Financial Documents Draft estate accounts, including consultation and full accounts Create accounts based on timesheets, and create, update, and maintain timesheets Review bank statements and prepare reconciliations of funds Calculate interim and final distribution amounts Manage day-to-day email and book estate appointments Draft correspondence to clients, beneficiaries, the Ministry of Finance, courthouses, the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee, other law firms, financial institutions, and related parties Law Clerk diploma (ILCO certification an asset) or equivalent practical experience Solid, recent experience as a law clerk in wills and estates, including probate and estate administration Working knowledge of Ontario estates court procedures, forms, and filing requirements Strong drafting, organizational, and file-management skills, with excellent attention to detail Proficiency with legal software and standard office applications; Type: Contract, with potential for extension Schedule: Full-time, 5 days on-site Start: As soon as possible

📌 Law Clerk, Estates - Contract - 19377 (Burlington)
🏢 LRO Staffing
📍 Burlington