Junior Corporate Law Clerk

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP seeks a detail-oriented Junior Corporate Law Clerk to support its Corporate Services Department. The role involves legal drafting, corporate documentation, and compliance management, suitable for a motivated individual with strong organizational skills. The firm promotes a welcoming culture with excellent benefits, hybrid work options, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working schedules

Time Away from Work package

Professional development through FR Academy

Milestone Anniversary Bonus

Complimentary on-site breakfast and snacks

Qualifications

• Completion of Law Clerk program required.
• Member in good standing with ILCO necessary.
• Superior written and oral communication skills a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support by drafting documents and preparing reports.
• Manage corporate documentation and compliance filings.
• Assist lawyers in ongoing matters and document management.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Research skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Completion of Law Clerk program recognized by ILCO

Membership in good standing with ILCO

Tools

Word

Outlook

Corporate Database

MinuteBox

Job description

Why become a Fogler, Rubinoff (“FR”) team member?

At FR, one of our fundamental objectives is to keep our employees and their families healthy—physically, emotionally, and financially. To ensure the health and wellness of all our team members, we offer our Law Clerk, Staff and Support team members a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, “flex” health care spending, disability insurance, a robust Employee and Family Assistance Program, an annual fitness allowance and an RRSP matching program.

All our team members enjoy flexible working schedules, and most positions are eligible to participate in our hybrid workplace structure, attending to the office 2-3 days per week. Our team members also receive a generous Time Away from Work package, including flexible paid Personal Time Off, Volunteer time, paid Birthday, Moving Day, and more.

We believe in recognizing and rewarding our team members through our Milestone Anniversary Bonus program and our monthly acknowledgement of service excellence through our peer-to-peer “FRecognition” program. All team members enjoy complimentary on-site breakfast and snacks twice a week and are invited to attend our annual events such as our Summer Gathering, Staff Appreciation Week, and our Holiday party.

We support continued professional development and encourage professional and personal growth through our “FR Academy”, a learning management system offering a variety of online educational modules that cater to enhancing our internal training and learning culture.

Junior Corporate Law Clerk Job Description :

Our firm is seeking a Junior Corporate Law Clerk to join our Corporate Services Department. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities independently and collaboratively.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Legal and Administrative Support :

• Provide legal support to lawyers by drafting documents, conducting searches, and preparing reports.
• Assist in identifying and managing corporate documentation, filings, and compliance requirements while maintaining communication with lawyers on ongoing matters.

Corporate Documentation and Compliance :

• Review, maintenance and updating of corporate minute books including preparing general and annual corporate filings, director / officer changes, dividends, redemptions, extra-provincial and business name registrations;
• File annual returns and required corporate forms under the Corporations Information Act (Ontario) and the Canada Business Corporations Act ;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the ISC requirements;
• Provide additional legal support as required;

Qualifications :

• Completion of Law Clerk program recognized by the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO).
• A member in good standing with ILCO.
• Excellent administrative, organizational and time management skills.
• Superior computer skills, including but not limited to Word, Outlook, and Corporate Database, experience with MinuteBox would be an asset.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• Superior research and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, hardworking and self-motivated.
• Professional demeanour with the ability to interact and effectively communicate with individuals at all levels.

Want to join our FR team?

Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume in confidence to [emailprotected] . Please let us know how you found our job posting in your e-mail. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Fogler, Rubinoff LLP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Fogler, Rubinoff LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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