CORPORATE AND REAL ESTATE LEGAL ASSISTANT/LAW CLERK
Why work at Blaney McMurtry LLP?
Blaney McMurtry LLP
is a multi-service 120 + lawyer firm, based in the heart of downtown Toronto. For more than seventy years, we have helped clients overcome challenges and seize opportunities through our continuing commitment to achieving results and building relationships. We seek exceptional individuals who take pride in their work and know the importance of excellent client service.
Our motto is "Expect the Best" and that goes both ways. At Blaneys, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace that respects and supports all of our staff. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and paid vacation. Your well-being is very important to us, and this is why we offer an excellent benefits package which includes health, dental, as well as an Employee Assistance Program. If you would like to gain new skills, we have abundant training and professional development opportunities to help to achieve your personal and professional goals.
We are currently accepting applications for an experienced Legal Assistant/Law Clerk in our Corporate & Commercial Practice Group. This opportunity is excellent for those who take pride in the quality of the work they do and want to be a part of a busy team. Strong MS Word and organizational skills are needed as is the ability to multi-task. Blaney McMurtry LLP is passionate about what we do, and we are looking for someone who shares our passion to join our team.
What you will be doing:
Understanding and attending to transaction matters, including requesting and reviewing corporate searches, completing PPSA summaries, preparing and maintaining closing agendas and documents therein, preparing closing report books
Understanding, drafting with instructions, and revising commercial contracts such as shareholder and limited partnership agreements, supply contracts, security documents, leases and non-disturbance agreements
Performing title searches and off-title searches
Process title insurance orders and deal with title insurance companies
Reviewing due diligence material (including material contracts, agreements, and other documents)
Completing project summary tables with real estate and corporate related information for transactions
Attending to leasing matters including preparing leases, summary of leases, lease renewals and amending agreement
Understanding of commercial real estate purchases, sales, and refinances from opening to closing. Communicating directly with clients, drafting and responding to requisition letters, preparing/revising closing documents, fulfilling lending conditions, attending to closing day matters, and preparing reporting letters to clients and lenders
Understanding and ability to facilitate commercial financing transactions for lawyer's lending clients by reviewing commitment letter or term sheet, drafting closing documents, including authorizing resolutions, officers' certificates, opinions
Preparing various firm administrative documents and attending to file maintenance procedures, such as: conflict search requests, data entering for file opening purposes, cheque requisitions, wire transfer forms, and internal forms
Drafting correspondence, letters and e-mails including dictation
Daily use of firm software for document production, such as: Teraview, Conveyancer, MatterSphere, MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Workshare
Administrative support
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in the legal industry
Law Clerk or Legal Assistant diploma
Solid knowledge of Commercial Real Estate
Preparation of all Teraview documentation and registration. Thorough knowledge of Teraview system and documents.
Knowledge of title insurance
Corp-link and Cyberbahn experience are an asset
The first 6 weeks of employment will be full time on site. After that point, the hybrid policy will apply. However, preference will be provided to candidates who are able to work in-office full time.
Interested applicants should apply here. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you require any accommodation in the application process, please contact us. Blaney McMurtry is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Additional pay:
Bonus pay
Overtime pay
Benefits:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care
Wellness program
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON
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