Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant

Ruby & Co.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP matching

Job summary

A leading law firm in Toronto is seeking a skilled Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant to support lawyers in various real estate transactions. The role includes preparing legal documents, managing client files, and ensuring smooth completion of transactions. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in the field, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with hybrid working flexibility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant in Commercial Real Estate law.
• Proficient in MS Office and legal practice management software.
• Professional, client-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and revise legal documents including agreements and leases.
• Assist lawyers with all aspects of real estate transactions.
• Monitor and manage critical dates and transaction timelines.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Teraview

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Education

Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma/certificate

Tools

MS Office

Legal practice management software

Job description

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Our client, a well-established law firm located in downtown Toronto, is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant to join their team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and revise legal documents, including agreements of purchase and sale, leases, and closing documents.
• Assist lawyers with all aspects of real estate transactions, including due diligence, title searches, and closings.
• Open, maintain, and close client files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Communicate with clients, realtors, lenders, municipal offices, and title insurance companies.
• Monitor and manage critical dates and transaction timelines.
• Coordinate document registration and filings with Teraview and other online systems.
• Manage trust accounts and handle billing, time entry, and docketing.
• Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant in Commercial Real Estate law, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma/certificate from a recognized institution.
• Strong knowledge of Teraview, title search procedures, and real estate closing processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal practice management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.
• Professional, client-focused attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.

Compensation

This role offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, hybrid remote flexibility, a comprehensive benefits package, and RRSP matching.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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