Real Estate Law Clerk

Loopstra Nixon LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Toronto is seeking a Real Estate Law Clerk to join their Downtown Office. The ideal candidate will possess 1-3 years of experience in real estate law, have strong communication skills, and be detail-oriented. Responsibilities include assisting with title and writ searches, preparing transaction documents, and managing communication between lawyers and external parties. This full-time role offers an opportunity to grow in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in real estate law.
• Knowledge of real property law procedures and regulations is an asset.
• Uphold professionalism and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with title searches and prepare deeds and requisitions.
• Prepare transaction documents including closing and security documents.
• Act as a liaison between lawyers and other parties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Excellent written communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to manage multiple lawyers

Education

Law Clerk diploma or equivalent certification

Tools

Teraview

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Real Estate Law Clerk role at Loopstra Nixon LLP. We are seeking a Real Estate Law Clerk to join our Downtown Office. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic team, while assisting lawyers and ensuring the smooth operation of the practice. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and have between one and three years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with title searches, writ searches, registering and preparing deeds, requisitions, charges and discharge.
• Preparing transaction documents, including closing / security documents and Teraview registrations.
• Address and respond to title requisition letters.
• Perform title and off-title searches, preparing concise summaries of findings.
• Act as a liaison between lawyers and internal / external parties, facilitating effective communication on file progression and related matters.
• Perform administrative functions related to the practice of law including, file opening and closure, docket entries, client list updates, billing coordination, expense processing, and invoice payments in accordance with firm accounting policies.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk diploma from an accredited college or completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certification is considered an asset.
• 1-3 years of experience in real estate law.
• Proficient in using Teraview.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including attention to spelling and grammar.
• Knowledge of procedures, rules, and regulations as they apply to real property law is considered an asset.
• Ability to carry out responsibilities with minimal direction / supervision.
• Thorough attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Upholds a high level of professionalism and maintains confidentiality in all matters.
• Ability to manage the practice of multiple lawyers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice