Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk

Ready for a change where you’ll actually feel valued? We’re looking for an experienced Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk with at least five years of experience to join an exceptional and highly regarded west-end law firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside talented lawyers and a supportive team, handling sophisticated and interesting commercial real estate matters while being part of a firm that truly values its people. If you’re looking for more than just another job — a place where you can grow, be supported, and build a long-term career with a genuinely great team — this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Salary: Up to $95K (Based on Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Independently draft purchase and sale closing documents, mortgage security documents, material agreements, requisitions, undertakings, correspondence and reports.
• Manage condominium and subdivision projects from intake to closing, including sale agreements, deposit compliance and reconciliation, client and lawyer correspondence, closing packages, and interim/final closings.
• Prepare and report on post-closing matters for clients, realtors, lenders and condominium corporations.
• Conduct title and off-title due diligence, including title searches, memoranda and summaries, and prepare Teraview documents such as transfers, charges, applications, easements, postponements and notices.
• Prepare statements of adjustments,
  
  
  
  trust ledgers and other financial documentation; manage trust fund receipts and disbursements in compliance with firm, LawPRO and Law Society of Ontario requirements.
• Collaborate with support staff and accounting teams to facilitate efficient transaction management.
• Assist with the training and education of articling and summer students and junior lawyers, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience practicing in commercial real estate, with a robust focus on purchase and sale transactions, condominium and subdivision projects, and commercial closings.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario real estate law, title and off-title due diligence, and commercial transaction processes.
• Proficient in Teraview and other real estate transaction software, including Unity and Lawyer Done Deal.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage transactions from intake through closing and post-closing reporting.
• Strong drafting, organizational, analytical and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience managing trust accounting, statements of adjustments and financial reporting requirements in accordance with Law Society of Ontario and LawPRO standards.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, lawyers, lenders, realtors, accounting teams and support staff.

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