Job Description
Job Title: Legal Assistant / Law Clerk – Real Estate
Job Number: 16928
Location: Toronto
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $78,000
Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility
An established Toronto law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant / Law Clerk to support a busy real estate practice group. Acting as a workflow coordinator, you will provide both assistant and junior clerk support to lawyers, contributing to the smooth daily operations of the team. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative, adaptable, and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Draft, edit, and format correspondence, agreements, and other legal documents
• Manage calendars, contacts, meetings, and conference calls
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files; assist with document management systems
• Support closings, including preparation of blacklines, closing books, and e-books
• Handle phone calls, correspondence, expense claims, docketing, billing, scanning, and general office duties
• Use Closing Folders software to manage transactions, including tracking documents and updating agendas
• Prepare signature page packages and confirm proper execution of documents
• Provide support for overflow, urgent deadlines, and team back-up as required
Requirements:
• Completion of a Law Clerk or Legal Assistant diploma program (ILCO certification an asset)
• 5+ years of experience in a real estate/transactional law environment preferred
• Familiarity with Ontario real estate legislation (Land Titles Act, Registry Act, Planning Act) an asset
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with Teraview and/or Conveyancer required
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities
• Positive, professional, and adaptable team player with excellent communication skills
How to Apply:
Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote the job number 16928 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.
Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting. Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.