Law Clerk - Financial Services

Meridia Recruitment Solutions; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Law Clerk to join their Financial Services Practice Group. This role involves conducting due diligence searches, assisting in drafting essential legal documents, and liaising with counsel to ensure smooth transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services law, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Join a dynamic team committed to providing exceptional service and contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are a self-starter with a passion for law, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience as a Financial Services or Transactional Law Clerk.
• Membership in good standing with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Order, review and report on due diligence searches.
• Assist with drafting closing agendas and related documentation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Judgement and Decision-Making

Organizational Skills

Resourcefulness

Flexibility

Education

Post-secondary Law Clerk Program

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

CorpLink

eCore

Adobe Acrobat

Docusign

Closing Folders

Job description

Our client, a prominent Canadian business law firm, is looking for a Law Clerk in the Financial Services Practice Group who will contribute to the overall excellent level of service provided to their clients. The successful candidate will possess excellent attention to detail and will work well under pressure and within tight deadlines. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, dedicated to the role and a team player.

Responsibilities:

• Order, review and report on due diligence searches (Personal Property Security Act (“PPSA”), Uniform Commercial Code (“UCC”), and other corporate, lien and related searches)
• Under the supervision of a lawyer, assist with drafting closing agendas, officer’s certificates, directors resolutions, PPSA / UCC search summary letters, reporting letters, notices of assignment of tax credits and PPSA estoppels
• Liaise with borrower’s counsel with regard to closing documentation
• Prepare and register PPSA liens in the appropriate jurisdictions
• Complete transaction record books
• Update and maintain client forms and precedents
• Accountable for all work assigned
• Take initiative
• Maintain confidentiality

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two (2) years experience gained as a Financial Services or Transactional Law Clerk
• Successful completion of a post-secondary Law Clerk program
• Familiarity with the PPSA and UCC or a willingness to learn
• Membership in good standing with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours when required and/or necessary
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the relevant corporate statutes
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite of Applications, CorpLink, eCore, Adobe Acrobat, Docusign, and Closing Folders
• Ability to problem solve
• Good judgement and decision-making skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Detail-oriented

Employment Equity Statement:

Our client is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.