Job Description

Legal Assistant

Real Estate and Business Law

Join an energetic, entrepreneurial-minded law firm with offices in Hamilton and Burlington. This position is for the Firm's Burlington office. We offer a friendly, diverse and go-ahead workplace. We are a supportive environment where you can maintain your individuality while at the same time becoming part of a strong team of lawyers and experienced support staff.

We see ourselves as leaders in what we do in the Region, and we want to attract the best talent for our Firm.

SimpsonWigle LAW LLP is currently seeking to hire an experienced Legal Assistant in Real Estate and Business Law who will support a commercial lawyer and team with real estate and commercial transactional work as well as practice administration. The ideal candidate would have some corporate background and be able to assist with annual resolutions and minute book maintenance, time permitting.

With respect to Real Estate matters, the successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to:

Completing all steps on residential and commercial real estate files with minimal supervision Communicating directly with clients, lenders, real estate agents and lawyers to ensure timely processing of transactions Keeping the responsible lawyer informed and up to date and obtaining instructions as appropriate Review agreements of purchase and sale and conduct appropriate searches, including off titles Ordering title insurance polices, and other third-party information required for closing Obtaining and uploading lender documents through various platforms Preparing reporting letters and accounts to clients, promptly following completion of files Supporting productivity of the practice through comprehensive legal administrative support including billing, scheduling appointments and diarizing deadlines Maintaining impeccable file organization and management Proficient with the use of conveyancing software and Teraview Serve as the primary point of contact for clients as appropriate, providing updates and responding promptly to inquiries Other duties and tasks as assigned

Required experience/qualifications:

Completion of a post secondary Legal Assistant or equivalent program

8+ years of Real Estate experience (Commercial & Residential) for well established professional legal office(s)

A solid knowledge of legal office practice, legal terminology and procedure relating to legal correspondence and legal documents

Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

Exhibit excellent commitment to client service and the maintenance of client confidentiality

Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills, able to prioritize and manage deadlines

Excellent organizational skills, resourceful and capable of working independently, as well with a number of individuals in a fast-paced environment

Ability to exercise good judgment

Good knowhow of various real estate law software and platforms

Experience with GhostPractice (accounting software) and iManage would be an asset

What we offer:

Established and reputable law firm

Competitive salary to commensurate with experience

Extended health care packages

RRSP matching program after one year of service

Full time position on a hybrid model

We are an equal opportunity employer:

SimpsonWigle LAW LLP values diversity and strives to create an inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected and heard. We are committed to creating an accessible, barrier free and inclusive workplace in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please make any requirement you may have for accommodation during the recruitment process known if contacted.

Interested applicants are asked to submit their resume and cover letter to recruiting@simpsonwigle.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $35,404.32-$61,652.50 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking RRSP match
Work Location: In person