Law Student

UJA Federation of Greater Toronto • Toronto, ON

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Law Student will provide legal research and analytical support across various organizational initiatives, with a primary focus on the cemeteries program modernization project. Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive research on Ontario cemetery regulations, performing due diligence on property rights and transfer mechanisms, and analyzing regulatory compliance requirements for cemetery operations. The student will draft and review contracts, agreements, and legal documentation related to property transfers and partnerships. Working collaboratively with the General Counsel and project team, the student will contribute to the development of a comprehensive business plan by providing legal analysis and recommendations on governance structures, liability considerations, and operational frameworks. This position offers exposure to charity law, real estate transactions, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning within a major community organization, providing valuable practical experience in non-profit legal practice.

Requirements

• Be aged between 18 and 30 years old on the start date of the job
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)
• Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada

Responsibilities

• Provide legal research and analytical support across various organizational initiatives
• Conduct comprehensive research on Ontario cemetery regulations
• Perform due diligence on property rights and transfer mechanisms
• Analyze regulatory compliance requirements for cemetery operations
• Draft and review contracts, agreements, and legal documentation related to property transfers and partnerships
• Contribute to the development of a comprehensive business plan by providing legal analysis and recommendations on governance structures, liability considerations, and operational frameworks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees