Job Description

Senior Law Clerk – Wills & Estates / Corporate & Commercial

Job #: 17137
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Toronto
Salary: Up to $100,000
Benefits: To be confirmed
Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote after training 

Our client, a growing Toronto law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Law Clerk – Wills & Estates / Corporate & Commercial to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior clerk who enjoys taking ownership of their work and providing direct support to senior counsel across a varied practice.

The successful candidate will work primarily on Wills & Estates and Corporate/Commercial matters, while also assisting with other legal and administrative matters as required. This position is well suited to an experienced clerk who is confident managing files and deadlines independently and enjoys working closely with senior counsel.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to senior counsel on Wills & Estates and Corporate/Commercial matters;

• Prepare, organize and maintain legal documents, correspondence and closing materials;

• Assist with incorporations, amendments, corporate records, minute books and other corporate filings;

• Maintain and update corporate records and documentation;

• Assist with estate administration and the preparation and organization of estate documentation;

• Conduct legal and corporate searches;

• Assist with due diligence and the organization of supporting documentation;

• Manage files, deadlines, follow-ups and client communications with minimal supervision;

• Liaise professionally with clients and other parties regarding file matters; and

• Provide support on additional legal and administrative matters as required.

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant Law Clerk experience;

• Experience in Wills & Estates and/or Corporate/Commercial law;

• Law Clerk diploma or equivalent legal education preferred;

• Excellent organizational and file management skills with exceptional attention to detail;

• Ability to independently manage multiple files, priorities and deadlines;

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard legal software;

• Professional, reliable and client-focused approach;

• Ability to take ownership of responsibilities and work with minimal supervision; and

• Sound judgment with the ability to identify when guidance from counsel is required.

What’s Offered

• Competitive compensation based on experience;

• Opportunity to work closely with senior counsel;

• Significant ownership of files and responsibilities;

• Professional and collaborative work environment;

• Growing Toronto law firm; and

• Opportunity for long-term career growth within the firm.

HOW TO APPLY:

Kindly email your MS Word resume to reception@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #17137 in the subject line of your email.

If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please contact your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.