Corporate Law Clerk

Loopstra Nixon LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Professional development

Wellness programs

Employee engagement programs

Job summary

Loopstra Nixon LLP is seeking a Corporate Law Clerk with a minimum of three years of corporate law experience to support a busy practice. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of contributing effectively in a collaborative environment, handling tasks from articles of incorporation to PPSA filings and closing documents.

This addition to the corporate team offers a competitive total rewards package, including health/dental benefits and professional development

Qualifications

• Law Clerk diploma or ILCO certification required.
• Minimum of 3 years in corporate law.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with lawyers and team.
• Discretion and confidentiality required.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with articles of incorporation, amendments, amalgamations, dissolutions, continuance, arrangements, etc.
• Prepare and draft correspondence and resolutions.
• Prepare and file PPSA registrations and conduct searches.
• Assist with corporate reorganizations, restructurings, mergers & acquisitions and financing transactions.
• Prepare closing agendas, transactional documents, and document books.
• Liaise with clients for examination and review of corporate records.
• Work on multiple transactions and matters simultaneously.
• Perform administrative functions related to the practice of law including file opening/closure, docket entries, client list updates, billing coordination, expense processing, and invoice payments in accordance with firm policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

Law Clerk diploma

Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are currently seeking a Corporate Law Clerk to join our Team. This position is well suited for someone with at least three years of relevant experience who is looking to take on a key support role within a busy corporate practice. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of contributing effectively to a collaborative work environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assisting with articles of incorporation, amendments, amalgamations, dissolutions, continuance, arrangements, etc.
• Preparing and drafting correspondence and resolutions.
• Preparing and filing PPSA registrations and conducting searches.
• Assisting with corporate reorganizations, restructuring, mergers & acquisitions and financing transactions.
• Preparing closing agendas, transactional documents, and document books.
• Liaise with clients for examination and review of corporate records.
• Working on multiple transactions and matters simultaneously.
• Perform administrative functions related to the practice of law including, file opening and closure, docket entries, client list updates, billing coordination, expense processing, and invoice payments in accordance with firm accounting policies.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk diploma from an accredited college or completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certification.
• At least three (3) years of relevant work experience in corporate law.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with lawyers and other members of the team.
• Professional, proactive, and able to exercise sound judgment while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Professional, proactive, and able to exercise sound judgment while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Ability to take initiative and carry out responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Compensation & Benefits

LoopstraNixonLLPoffersacompetitiveandcomprehensivetotalrewardspackage,including:

• Salaryrange:$80,000–$90,000CAD,commensuratewithexperience
• Comprehensivehealthanddentalbenefits
• HealthCareSpendingAccount
• Professionaldevelopmentandeducationassistance
• Wellnessandemployeeengagementprograms

Additional Information

• This position is an addition to our existing Corporate team.
• We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen or assess candidates in our recruitment process.

Loopstra Nixon is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, we are dedicated to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.