Downtown Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant

Linds & Associates Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-size law firm in Downtown Toronto is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant. The ideal candidate brings at least 3 years of relevant experience, alongside strong communication and technical skills. This role involves preparing documents for real estate transactions, managing administrative duties, and liaising with partners in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with Teraview and a second language like French are assets. Candidates must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years previous real estate legal assistant experience.
• Ability to read French would be considered an asset.
• Flexible to work over time as required.
• Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and completion of all necessary documentation for commercial real estate transactions.
• Prepare report books, statements of account and bank reports on title.
• Knowledgeable in the administrative details of a large financing deal.
• Handle blacklines, hand written edits and compare documents.
• Assemble officer certification and handle off title enquiry letters.
• Meticulously review all materials prepared for accuracy.
• Produce high-quality work and manage daily administrative details.
• Accountable for all work assigned and arrange meetings.

Skills

Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications

Knowledge of Closing Folders

Knowledge of Docusign

Familiar with ShareFile

Experience with Teraview

Strong verbal and written communication

Ability to problem solve

Good judgement and decision making

Strong interpersonal skills

Organized, resourceful and detail oriented

Education

Successful completion of a related post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program

Tools

Teraview

Docusign

ShareFile

Job description

A mid-size law firm in Downtown Toronto is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant. The ideal candidate brings at least 3 years of relevant experience, alongside strong communication and technical skills. This role involves preparing documents for real estate transactions, managing administrative duties, and liaising with partners in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with Teraview and a second language like French are assets. Candidates must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working under pressure.