Job Description

Vandeputte Law is looking for a Real Estate Law Clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in residential real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, superb organization, a strong work ethic and a client-focused approach. The candidate will also have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple files and deadlines, and planning closings, managing issues and has tech-forward thinking.

Responsibilities

Communicate proactively with clients, lawyers and all other people involved in transactions to ensure smooth progress and quality service. Handle and co-ordinate closings independently with minimal supervision Prepare purchase, sale and refinance files for client signing appointments Conducting title searches, and prepare and respond to requisition letters Review lender instructions and prepare closing documents Providing appropriate disclosure when ordering title insurance Prepare transmission, transfer and mortgage deeds for registration. Communicate with other law offices to complete a closing Communicate with lenders to clarify closing deliveries, fund transactions and report after closing Prepare client reports upon completion of a transaction/matter Reconcile clients trust ledgers and prepare adjustments Prepare disbursements of funds by wire or through Surefund. Conduct or schedule telephone calls, videconferences and in-person meetings with clients, team members and other law firms.

Qualifications

A diploma or certificate from a law clerk or legal assistant program at an accredited institution. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and legal software tools such as Clio/PC Law, Teraview, Conveyancer, Unity, RealtiWeb. Experience in managing multiple files and deadlines, and competence conducting research and analysis on legal issues. Attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality and ethics. Black belt or higher qualification in organizational skills. Excellent communication and drafting skills.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide your resume and cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care On-site parking Vision care Work from home
Experience:

real estate clerk/assistant: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Law Clerk Certificate or Legal Assistant Diploma (required)
Work Location: In person