Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk

Gowling WLG • Hamilton, ON

7d • CA$75,000 - CA$90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently recruiting for a hard-working, energetic, and detail-oriented Law Clerk to join our dynamic team. The candidate will primarily support the professionals in the Commercial Real Estate Practice Area in our Real Estate and Banking Department by reviewing and understanding commitment letters, mortgage instructions and other loan-related documents and preparing security and closing documents, as well as other tasks involved in the management of files. This position receives limited direction or guidance; tasks and objectives are accomplished independently.

Requirements

• Ideal candidate has a proficiency in real estate matters and also experience and/or interest in applying them in a lending context.
• Thorough knowledge and experience using Teraview along with ability to conduct and review title searches.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner.
• Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Knowledgeable about current relevant legislation and government regulations.
• In depth knowledge of real estate and lending legal terminology and principles.
• Detail oriented and ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy.
• Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, often under tight timelines.
• Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary.
• Handle stress in a business-like manner.
• Strong technical aptitude with excellent knowledge and experience in MS Office
• Law Clerk/Paralegal or Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate.
• 5+ years as a Law Clerk/Paralegal.

Responsibilities

• Has complete carriage of transactions from title to off title and corporate searches to drafting.
• Drafts a variety of documentation, from precedents and/or direction from professional, including agreements, closing documents and correspondence to meet the needs of the various steps required throughout the conduct of the file, in accordance with legislation and/or governing regulations.
• Conducting due diligence searches (including off-title enquiries) in connection with real estate acquisitions, conducting and reviewing title and off-title searches, registering documents, drafting requisitions and title clean-up matters.
• Systematically organizes, tracks and maintains document files and correspondence, using computer databases and imaging software.
• Initiates follow up actions where and when necessary.
• Liaises with client to obtain and, when directed by the professional, provide information.
• Receives directions from the professional on the status of the file, the steps required for the conduct of the file, with instructions to meet critical deadlines.
• Corresponds with government authorities and opposing counsel.
• Prepares reports on an as needed basis.
• Any other duties as required.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
• Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!
• 20 vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
• Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders
• Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture
• Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree