Senior Law Clerk, Municipal Law

The Regional Municipality of York; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government authority located in Ontario is seeking a Senior Law Clerk to provide comprehensive legal services. The ideal candidate will draft legal documents, conduct research, and assist legal counsel. Applicants should possess a diploma in Law Clerk studies and demonstrate advanced legal knowledge. This role offers a competitive salary in a recognized and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits

Corporate discounts and incentives

Inclusive and diverse workplace

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in a Law Clerk Program or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Registry / Land Titles procedures.
• Thorough legislative knowledge relevant to practice area.

Responsibilities

• Drafts and prepares documents and agreements for legal services.
• Conducts legal research using online databases.
• Prepares by-laws for presentation to Council.

Skills

Knowledge of Registry / Land Titles procedures

Customer service

Effective planning and problem solving

Advanced research and drafting skills

Knowledge of municipal government policies

Education

Community College Diploma in a Law Clerk Program

Job description

Senior Law Clerk: $96,924 to $109,829

Who We Are

Recognized as a GTA Top Employer, one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, as well as a Forbes Top Employer, The Regional Municipality of York is Canada’s fastest growing region, with a population that is expected to grow to over 2 million by 2041. York Region stretches north from Toronto to Lake Simcoe and includes many hectares of protected Greenbelt. York Region’s diversity is evident in its nine local cities and towns, geography, economic development, and population. York Region works to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

What We Offer

• DEFINED BENEFIT PENSIONS PROGRAM - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• DISCOUNTS AND INCENTIVES - Enjoy corporate discounts from a variety of local businesses, such as, gyms and fitness studios, Canada’s Wonderland, Telus or Rogers phone plans and the Personal or Cooperators insurance. Don’t forget to take advantage of our Apple Employee Purchasing program!
• EMPLOYER OF CHOICE - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• BENEFITS AND WELLNESS - A comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan includes extended health, dental and life insurance. Access to 24 / 7 Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• INCLUSIVE AND DIVERSE WORKPLACE - Creating an environment which recognizes and celebrates all dimensions of diversity and inclusion.

About the Role

Reporting to the Deputy Regional Solicitor, is responsible for providing a wide range of legal services including file management and document review, preparing draft agreements and by-laws for all Regional Departments; conducting searches and registrations; providing transactional support and completing research of case law / legislation / policies in support of requests for legal advice; preparing draft responses and assisting legal counsel in researching and preparing for attendance before the courts and administrative tribunals and boards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Drafts and prepares documents, agreements and supporting material for all areas of practice in the Legal Services Branch, including litigation, environmental, construction, development, development charges, capital infrastructure and operations, real estate, commercial leasing, municipal and corporate matters.
• Prepares draft responses on behalf of legal counsel.
• Conducts legal research and assists legal counsel in preparing documentation for court, administrative tribunals, boards and hearings.
• Conducts legal research using online legal research databases and other electronic sources.
• Conducts searches and registrations using Teraview system and corporate search resources.
• Prepares by-laws for presentation to Council.
• Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate, from Regional Departments, legal counsel, private sector interests, other municipalities and provincial ministries and agencies.
• Prepares draft reports to Committee and Council on legal matters for legal counsel.
• Liaises with provincial and other municipal staff to resolve issues and other matters affecting the Region’s capital and operating projects and activities.

What We Are Looking For

• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in a Law Clerk Program or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Registry / Land Titles procedures and electronic search, document preparation and registration procedures.
• Thorough working knowledge of key legislation relevant to the practice area.
• Demonstrated knowledge of municipal government structure, policies, processes and responsibilities.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative / self management and accountability, and flexibility / adaptability.
• Demonstrated ability and skill in effective planning and problem solving as well as critical and strategic thinking.
• Advanced research and drafting skills
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and assume carriage of files under the direction of supervising lawyer.