Wills and Estate Lawyer

Synectics Inc.; Newmarket; Sur place; CAD 90 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Synectics Inc. in Newmarket, Ontario is seeking an experienced lawyer to manage Wills & Estates files from start to finish.

You will meet clients in person, provide practical legal advice, and draft Wills, Powers of Attorney, and related estate documents. The ideal candidate is licensed in Ontario, in good standing, with proven experience handling Wills & Estates matters, and strong drafting, communication, and client-management skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Ontario Law Society.
• Proven experience independently managing Wills & Estates files.
• Strong drafting of Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Confident meeting clients in person and giving legal advice.
• Excellent communication, organization, and client-management skills.

Responsabilités

• Manage Wills & Estates files from start to finish.
• Meet clients independently and provide practical legal advice.
• Draft Wills, Powers of Attorney, and related estate documents.
• Review and explain documents to clients.
• Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with applicable legislation.
• Manage deadlines, follow-ups, and client files.
• Meet a monthly collection target of approximately $20,000-$25,000.

Connaissances

Client meetings

Legal drafting

Legal research

File management

Formation

Law degree (JD/BCL) or equivalent

Ontario Bar admission

Description du poste

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Wills & Estates files from start to finish.
• Meet clients independently and provide practical legal advice.
• Draft Wills, Powers of Attorney, and related estate documents.
• Review and explain documents to clients.
• Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with applicable legislation.
• Manage deadlines, follow-ups, and client files.
• Work with legal support staff while maintaining responsibility for files.
• Meet a monthly collection target of approximately $20,000-$25,000.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing with the applicable provincial law society.
• Proven experience independently managing Wills & Estates files.
• Strong experience drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Confident conducting client meetings and providing legal advice.
• Strong communication, drafting, organization, and client-management skills.
• Comfortable working primarily in-office and meeting clients in person.