HGR GRAHAM PARTNERS - Wills & Estates Law Clerk

HR Performance & Results; Barrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Ontario is looking for a Wills & Estates law clerk to manage the preparation of Wills and other estate documents. The ideal candidate will have a Law Clerk program degree or 10+ years of relevant experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills. This full-time, permanent position offers competitive benefits including dental care and an RRSP match.

Benefits

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

Paid time off

RRSP match

Qualifications

• Graduate of Law Clerk program or 10+ years of directly relevant experience.
• Experience in drafting legal documents in wills and estates is an asset.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and Estate Administration documents.
• Manage client intake, open files, and send correspondence.
• Collaborate with practice group to ensure service meets client needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Graduate of Law Clerk program

10+ years of directly relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel

LEAP client management software

Adobe Pro

Job description

Job Description

HGR Graham Partners LLP is one of Simcoe County's largest full-service law firms. At HGR Graham Partners, you will experience a friendly, cohesive environment that is fast-paced and provides opportunities for growth and learning. We take pride in providing work-life balance, competitive compensation, and firm-paid benefit packages.

We are seeking a Wills & Estates law clerk for our Barrie location near many local amenities. This is a full-time permanent position.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, innovative, and experienced with the ability to work independently on matters involving the preparation of Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and Estate Administration documents. This role will also include performing administrative work related to client intake, opening files, sending correspondence and retainer agreements, and preparing accounts. You will interact directly with clients and referral sources, placing a high value on relationship-building, and managing all correspondence in applying practical knowledge and skills. Collaborate with the practice group to ensure that service meets the client's needs and aligns with the firm's values, manage physical and electronic documents and data in accordance with the firm's policies, procedures, and Law Society of Ontario requirements.

Education

Graduate of Law Clerk program or 10+ years of directly relevant experience.

Competencies

• Ability to deal with people sensitively and professionally.
• Effective interpersonal skills and confidentiality with attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and client service skills.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and to balance and prioritize workload.
• Effective time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a demanding environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe Pro.
• Experience drafting correspondence and releases.
• Experience using will precedents, client management software (LEAP) is an asset.
• Experience in wills and estates, specifically drafting legal documents, would be considered an asset.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, HGR Graham Partners uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions, please ensure your contact information is available in your application.

HGR Graham Partners is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. HGR Graham Partners is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Work Location

In person