Law Clerk - Real Estate

Aird & Berlis LLP; Toronto; Presencial; CAD 90 000 - 115 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Aird & Berlis LLP is seeking a Real Estate Law Clerk to contribute to complex commercial real estate matters in Toronto. The successful candidate will manage files from start to finish, prepare documents for purchases, sales, mortgages and financings, and coordinate with clients and lenders.

The role requires minimum 5 years' experience, ILCO certification, Teraview proficiency, and strong organizational skills to handle multiple demands, with overtime as needed and a focus on accurate title

Qualificações

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Real Estate Law Clerk.
• Strong knowledge of the real estate transaction process for commercial matters.
• Successful completion of a related post-secondary education program in a legal assistant or law clerk program.
• ILCO certification.
• Proficiency with Teraview is required.
• Flexibility to work overtime when needed.
• Strong knowledge of title matters.
• Handle time pressure and stress of multiple demands.

Responsabilidades

• Carriage of commercial real estate files from beginning to end
• Preparation of all related documents for purchase and sale transactions, mortgage transactions, routine loan transactions and refinancing (on behalf of borrowers from both private and institutional lenders)
• Standard document production in relation to larger property acquisitions, dispositions and financings
• Review title searches and prepare title memorandum, prepare off-title search letters, oversee off-title searches and draft requisition letters and responses
• Deal directly with clients, financial institutions, municipalities, land registry offices and title insurance companies
• Review and negotiate title insurance policies
• Prepare record books promptly following completion of files
• Produce the highest quality of work
• Accountable for all work assigned
• Take initiative
• Confidential

Conhecimentos

MS Office 365

Problem solving

Good judgment

Interpersonal skills

Organized

Resourceful

Detail oriented

Formação académica

Legal assistant / law clerk program

ILCO certification

Ferramentas

Teraview

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto's and Vancouver's financial districts. With over 250 lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally.

What We Believe In:

The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis LLP community feel valued, respected and supported. We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other, the work we produce and the client service we provide. We go to great lengths to foster a professional, supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things: client service, your career and your life.

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a Real Estate Law Clerk who will contribute to the overall excellent level of service provided to our sophisticated clients. The successful candidate should have strong knowledge of the real estate transaction process for complex commercial matters. The ideal candidate must possess excellent organizational talent along with the ability to multi-task and prioritize. This is a good position for someone who is detailed oriented, a self-starter who has excellent technical skills and has the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities:

• Carriage of commercial real estate files from beginning to end
• Preparation of all related documents for purchase and sale transactions, mortgage transactions, routine loan transactions and refinancing (on behalf of borrowers from both private and institutional lenders)
• Standard document production in relation to larger property acquisitions, dispositions and financings
• Review title searches and prepare title memorandum, prepare off-title search letters, oversee off-title searches and draft requisition letters and responses
• Deal directly with clients, financial institutions, municipalities, land registry offices and title insurance companies
• Review and negotiate title insurance policies
• Prepare record books promptly following completion of files
• Produce the highest quality of work
• Accountable for all work assigned
• Take initiative
• Confidential

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Real Estate Law Clerk
• Strong knowledge of the real estate transaction process for commercial matters
• Successful completion of a related post-secondary education program in a legal assistant or law clerk program
• ILCO certification
• Proficiency with Teraview is required
• Flexibility to work overtime when needed
• Strong knowledge of title matters
• Handle time pressure and stress of multiple demands

Skills:

• Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications
• Ability to problem solve
• Good judgement and decision making
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Detailed

Compensation:

Thesalary range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000 annually; the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal and market equity.

Why You Should Apply:

• Opportunities for growth and on the job training and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• We pride ourselves on being a mid-sized firm with a family feel
• Active involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteer
• Wellness Programs

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon a criminal background check.

We will review applications as they are received and all applications will be kept on file. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Aird & Berlis LLP is committed to providing equal access to employment. If you require accommodation, please contact [e-mail] and we will work with you to provide accessibility support.