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About the Opportunity
An established law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Law Clerk to join a collaborative team handling a diverse range of sophisticated corporate matters. This permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise, independent ownership, and strong attention to detail in a skilled, supportive environment.

You’ll work closely with experienced lawyers, clients, and fellow clerks on everything from routine corporate maintenance to complex transactions and reorganizations. You’ll also have the opportunity to share your knowledge by mentoring developing legal professionals and contributing to a team culture built around collaboration and professional growth.

What’s In It for You

Work alongside seasoned legal professionals on sophisticated corporate matters

Take ownership of varied files while collaborating with lawyers and clients

Mentor junior team members and support the development of students and associates

Join a supportive environment that values professionalism, collaboration, and continuous learning

Your Responsibilities

You’ll prepare and file corporate documentation for incorporations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations, dissolutions, and registrations

You’ll manage provincial and federal filings, annual returns, renewals, and corporate record maintenance

You’ll conduct corporate record reviews and due diligence, preparing rectification materials where required





You’ll draft documentation supporting mergers and acquisitions, financings, share and asset sales, and tax reorganizations

You’ll prepare structure charts, closing agendas, reporting letters, resolutions, and minute book documentation

You’ll collaborate directly with lawyers and clients to determine documentation, search, and filing requirements

You’ll mentor junior and intermediate clerks while supporting students and associates with technical corporate procedures

Skills and Qualifications

5+ years of corporate law clerk experience within a law firm environment

ILCO Certification and membership in good standing with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario

Strong working knowledge of the OBCA, CBCA, ONCA, CNCA, Corporations Information Act, and related corporate legislation

Experience with provincial filing platforms and Corporations Canada, with Appara experience considered a strong asset

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a skilled, client-focused approach

Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage shifting priorities independently

Flexibility to occasionally work outside regular business hours when required

“We’re looking for an experienced clerk who can confidently take ownership of complex corporate work while still being a collaborative resource for the team. Someone who enjoys sharing their knowledge, stays organized when priorities shift, and takes pride in getting the details right will thrive here.”

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📌 Law Clerk (Ontario)
🏢 Altis
📍 Ontario