Job Description

Job Title: Law Clerk – Real Estate & Wills
Job #: 17038
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Location: Kitchener/Waterloo
Salary: $70,000 - $80,000
Benefits: Excellent benefits
Remote Flexibility: Highly Remote

Client Profile

Our client, a well-established and collaborative law firm, is seeking an Intermediate or Senior Law Clerk to support their Residential and Commercial Real Estate practice, along with Wills, Estates, and Trusts matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who can manage files independently while contributing to a supportive team environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage residential and commercial real estate files from opening through closing
• Prepare and review Agreements of Purchase and Sale, requisitions, and reporting letters
• Conduct title searches, review title, and resolve title issues
• Draft and register documents using Teraview
• Coordinate with lenders, brokers, clients, and opposing counsel
• Prepare statements of adjustments, closing documents, and post-closing reports
• Draft wills, powers of attorney, trusts, and related estate planning documents
• Assist with estate administration, including probate applications and estate accounts
• Prepare court and government filings and related correspondence
• Manage client intake, document execution, and ongoing file follow-up

Requirements

• Law Clerk diploma or equivalent experience
• Senior (5+ years) experience in real estate and/or wills & estates
• Strong knowledge of Ontario residential and commercial real estate transactions
• Experience with wills, estates, and estate administration
• Proficiency with Teraview and legal practice management software
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with a client-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

HOW TO APPLY
Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #17038 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please contact your recruitment consultant.