Law Clerk - Ottawa, Canada - Soloway Wright LLP

Soloway Wright LLP

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Soloway Wright LLP is an established, full-service firm with over 35 lawyers. Our firm has built a reputation as one of the leading law firms serving developers (freehold and condominium), and property owners in the National Capital Region and beyond.

With the backing of our Real Estate & Development Law team and the resources of our Municipal, Business, Labour & Employment, and Litigation lawyers, we offer timely advice and practical, cost-effective solutions for our client's real estate projects.

Our firm is currently seeking an experienced _
Real Estate Clerk_ with 3+ years of experience in commercial and residential real estate.

Key Responsibilities:

Handle purchases and sales of various types of properties.
Review agreements.
Conduct off‐title enquiries and title searches.
Draft closing documents, prepare and register electronic documents, etc.
Communicate effectively with clients, financial institutions, title insurance companies, land registry offices, municipalities and third parties.
Handle all aspects of real estate transactions from beginning to end.
Support lawyers by assembling and organizing client file information.
Serve as a point of contact for clients by providing ongoing file updates.
Perform other duties as required.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years' commercial and residential real estate experience.
Minimum of a law clerk diploma or equivalent combination of work experience and education.
Strong knowledge of Ontario real estate and related legislation (including Condominium Act, Registry Office, Tarion, Land Titles, Planning Act, HST and LTT legislation, regulations, bulletins, forms, precedents and procedures).
Ability and desire to work independently, enjoy working in a fast‐paced environment, take responsibility for work and manage multiple client files.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong problem‐solving skills.
A willingness to learn, grow and embrace our client‐centric model for legal services.
Must have experience with and knowledge of Conveyancer, Teraview, Word, Excel and Outlook. Proficient in web‐based communications.
Strong organizational and project management skills.

Excellent benefits package available. Salary commensurate with experience.

How to Apply
Soloway Wright LLP is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: