With 70 years of practice in Chesley and the surrounding area, Loucks & Loucks LLP continues to provide experienced representation in the areas of Family Law, Corporate and Commercial Law, Real Estate, Agricultural Law, Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Powers of Attorney, Wills, Trusts, Estate Administration and Estate Planning.

Overview

Our Firm is currently seeking an Estate Law Clerk to work with our team. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, articulate, and a team-player, with a long-term interest in growth and development within the Firm. This individual will have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in estate administration and/or estate litigation and will possess excellent organizational abilities and communication skills or be a graduate of a community college legal secretary program.

The individual will be driven to meet a high standard of excellence while working within a fast-paced, professional environment.

We are located in the heart of Chesley, Ontario – a rural agricultural area complimented by its scenery and welcoming sense of community. Our Firm offers competitive remuneration, a comprehensive benefits package and defined benefit pension plan, in addition to ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

· Provide administrative support to our legal team, including managing schedules and appointments.

· Preparation and filing of court documents, including probate applications, affidavits, etc.

· Doing client intake,

· Opening, maintaining, organizing, closing and billing out client files.

· Managing calendars, diarizing files and deadlines.





· Corresponding with clients, court staff, bank personnel and opposing counsel.

· Drafting correspondence and legal documents as directed by lawyers.

· Assist with overflow clerk work for other practice areas.

· Performing other administrative tasks as required.

Key Requirements

· A minimum of two (2) years of legal experience in Estates Law.

· Law Clerk certification from a recognized college or university.

· Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure.

· Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Pro.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.

· High level of professionalism and maintaining confidentiality.

· Access to reliable transportation to commute to and from the office.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Perks

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Pension Plan:

Loucks & Loucks LLP offers a defined benefit pension through the CAAT Pension Plan that provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options without the stress of managing it yourself and making investment decisions.

Schedule

- Monday to Friday

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

· Resume; and

· Cover letter.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $45,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Estate Law Clerk (Chesley)
🏢 Loucks u0026 Loucks
📍 Chesley