Job Description

McHugh Whitmore LLP is currently seeking a Corporate-Commercial Assistant/Clerk for a full-time, contract position. If you are looking to join an established and growing firm, assist a strong team of professionals, and come with direct corporate-commercial experience, we are eager to hear from you!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Review and update minute books

Assist with a variety of corporate transactions and matters, including sales and purchases of businesses as well as corporate reorganizations

Draft, review and revise legal documentation

Correspond with clients, other law firms and accountants

Incorporate, amalgamate, dissolve and continue corporations

Prepare Annual Resolutions and Annual Returns

Perform and review a variety of corporate searches

Complete security registrations

Perform other corporate-commercial filings

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in a Corporate-Commercial department

Legal administration/law clerk diploma and/or Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certificate (or equivalent)

Proficiency in the following software: MS Word, Outlook, PC Law, MinuteBox, ECore, ESC, DropboxSign, Zoom and Kofax (PDF) is preferred

ASSETS

Highly organized with a strong attention to detail

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Strong aptitude to understand files

Ability to complete tasks with minimal oversight

Great team player - robust focus on collegiality

Strong communication skills

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS & COMPENTENCIES

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with meaningful experience in corporate-commercial law that is well-suited to join a dynamic team of skilled corporate assistants, clerks and lawyers.

Along with establishing an inclusive and positive work environment, this full-time position offers a competitive compensation package for the successful applicant. If this role describes your skill set and interest, please submit your resume!

We are committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations if needed. We will consult with you and create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

law clerk: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person