Corporate Law Clerk

Barriston LLP; Barrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Ontario is seeking a Corporate Law Clerk to support various corporate responsibilities. You will manage asset and share transactions, corporate maintenance, and client interactions. The ideal candidate should have 3 years of law clerk experience and a strong attention to detail. This position offers a competitive compensation package including salary, benefits, and paid time off.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Group benefits

Pension plan

Annual vacation

10 paid sick days

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience as a Corporate Law Clerk.
• Strong work ethic and ability to resolve complex problems.
• Experience with commercial financing transactions is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Complete asset and share transactions including corporate searches.
• Manage ongoing corporate maintenance like incorporations and dissolutions.
• Draft and finalize agreements and supporting closing documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client experience

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Do you want to work for the first B-Corp certified law firm in Ontario and feel a sense of purpose in your work? At Barriston Law we make a difference in the lives of our clients, communities, and co-workers by cultivating positive connections every day. We deliver peace of mind as we serve our clients with results‑driven legal advice.

We have a position available within our dynamic and growing firm for a Corporate Law Clerk in our Barrie location supporting Graham Knight and Pamela Heary.

Responsibilities

• Completing asset and share transactions including conducting and reviewing corporate searches; attending to security registrations; drafting, reviewing and finalizing agreements and supporting closing documents; attending to closing payouts and reporting.
• Completing corporate reorganizations and restructurings including drafting rollover and exchange agreements, security documents, share transfer documents, promissory notes and corporate resolutions.
• Managing ongoing corporate maintenance including incorporations, amalgamations, continuances, amendments and dissolutions.
• Completing Federal and Provincial Corporate Filings including knowledge of the Ontario Business Registry.
• Meeting with and interacting with clients and referral sources, placing a high value on client service and relationship building.
• Performing general administrative support related to all files including opening files, preparation of accounts and client billings, processing payments, calendar maintenance and maintaining an active filing system.
• Mentoring and supporting other team members in developing knowledge and skills related to corporate matters.
• An understanding of or ability to complete commercial financing transactions would be an asset.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 3 years of relevant experience as a Corporate Law Clerk including experience with the responsibilities outlined above.
• A strong work ethic, strong attention to detail, and the ability to assist in resolving complex problems as required.
• A great attitude and emphasis on client experience.
• Program-specific IT training will be provided in-house as required.
• Experience with commercial financing transactions is considered an asset.

Benefits & Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package which includes annual salary, group benefits, pension plan, annual vacation, and 10 paid sick days.

How to Apply

If you have the required skills and background, please apply with both a cover letter and resume through the apply for this job link on this job ad.

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

Barriston Law values the benefits a diverse workforce brings to our practice. We strongly encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and people who identify with a disability. If we can offer you any accommodations through the hiring process, please let us know. Additionally, if you have any suggestions on how we can make hiring more accessible please contact our Human Resources Department.

No telephone calls or agencies please.

We appreciate your interest in this position; however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Employment Type : Full-Time