ABOUT GOWLING WLGAt Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we’re proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other.ABOUT GOWLING WLGAt Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we’re proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other.We’re intentional about building a workplace that’s both high-performing and supportive, ensuring that everyone is empowered to do their best work and reach their full potential. Our culture is grounded in our shared values: Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together. These values shape how we collaborate, lead, and succeed – across teams, time zones, and career paths.Whether you’re pursuing a role in law or business services, explore what’s possible and make your mark with Gowling WLG.PROFILEBased in the Ottawa office, we are seeking a Senior Law Clerk for our Business Law Department to join our Corporate Services team.RESPONSIBILITIESIndependently drafts a variety of documentation, including articles of incorporation and amendments, articles of amalgamation, tax driven reorganizations, dissolutions, minute book reviews and rectifications, share and asset purchase agreements and related agreements and documents, and correspondence to meet the needs of the various steps required throughout the conduct of the file, in accordance with legislation and/or governing regulations.Evaluates the file to review facts,



determine appropriate processes and plans the steps necessary for the conduct of the file, ensuring critical deadlines are identified and met.Often acts as the front line liaison with the client for corporate matters connected with their file.Undertakes to train and mentor junior associates, law clerks and students within the Corporate Department.Ability to work well in a team environment, employing good communication and social skills.QUALIFICATIONSA minimum of 10 years legal experience as a Law Clerk/Paralegal in the Province of OntarioAbility to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous mannerStrong written and verbal communication skillsAptitude to coach and mentor junior associates, law clerks and studentsAbility to provide guidance and direction to professionals, law clerks and legal administrative assistantsKnowledgeable about current relevant legislation and government regulationsIn depth knowledge of legal terminology and principlesAbility to analyze legal documents for accuracyAbility to produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelinesAble to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessaryExperience with Athennian or similar corporate database such as EnAct,



GlobalAct or ALF is an asset.Perks/PerksGowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with:100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowanceBenefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!20+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibilityParental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer matchFinancial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insuranceEmployee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid respondersRecognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culturePerks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and moreThe starting range for this role is$92,000 to $112,000.Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance.This position is currently vacant and is open to both internal and external candidates. Gowling WLG is recruiting for this role to support ongoing firm needs and team operations.This employer may use tools within our applicant tracking system that include artificial intelligence–supported features, such as automated candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all screening, assessments, and selections are reviewed and completed by human recruiters and hiring managers.Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are in need of accommodation or support at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Experienced Corporate Law Clerk Needed (Boucherville)
🏢 Gowling WLG
📍 Boucherville