Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Ontario Estate Planning Attorney to join our esteemed legal team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and execution of comprehensive estate plans, ensuring clients' assets and wishes are protected with precision and care. Your expertise will help clients navigate complex legal landscapes, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and estate administration, while providing clear guidance tailored to their unique circumstances. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by safeguarding clients' legacies and providing peace of mind through expert legal counsel.

Duties

Draft, review, and implement estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives with meticulous attention to detail. Conduct thorough legal research on estate laws and related regulations within Ontario to ensure compliance and optimal client outcomes. Advise clients on estate tax strategies, probate procedures, and asset protection techniques tailored to their individual needs. Collaborate with financial advisors, tax professionals, and other legal experts to develop holistic estate plans that align with clients' long-term goals. Manage estate administration processes post-death, including probate filings, estate settlement, and distribution of assets in accordance with legal requirements. Provide guidance on related areas such as family law matters affecting estate planning, including marriage, divorce, or guardianship issues when relevant. Stay current on updates in laws affecting estate planning, environmental law considerations impacting land assets, securities law implications for asset transfers, and tribal law & regulations where applicable. Utilize legal research tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to gather pertinent case law and statutory information efficiently. Maintain detailed records of client interactions, legal documents drafted, and case progress within the law office's case management system. Demonstrate excellent writing skills in preparing clear legal documents and correspondence that communicate complex legal concepts effectively.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with active licensure to practice law in Ontario. Proven experience in estate planning with a strong understanding of Ontario's estate laws and regulations. Familiarity with environmental law as it pertains to land assets within estate plans is a plus. Demonstrated negotiation skills to facilitate agreements among multiple parties involved in estate matters. Knowledge of additional practice areas such as immigration law, landlord-tenant law, family law, securities law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, tribal law & regulations, litigation procedures, and patent law is highly desirable. Proficiency in legal research platforms including LexisNexis and Westlaw for comprehensive case analysis. Strong research capabilities combined with excellent writing skills for drafting precise legal documents. Prior legal administrative experience managing case files efficiently while adhering to confidentiality standards. Exceptional attention to detail coupled with the ability to interpret complex legal issues clearly for clients from diverse backgrounds. Join us in delivering expert legal solutions that empower clients to secure their futures confidently! This role promises a vibrant work environment where your expertise makes a lasting difference--helping individuals preserve their legacies while navigating the intricacies of Ontario's evolving legal landscape.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Work Location: Remote

Expected start date: 2026-01-01