Corporate Law Clerk

About The Opportunity Our client is the downtown Ottawa office of an international law firm. They are looking for an experienced law clerk to join their corporate law team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Independently draft a variety of documentation, including articles of incorporation and amendments, articles of amalgamation, tax driven reorganizations, dissolutions, minute book reviews and rectifications, share and asset purchase agreements and related agreements and documents, and correspondence to meet the needs of the various steps required throughout the conduct of the file, in accordance with legislation and/or governing regulations
• Evaluate the file to review facts, determine appropriate processes and plans the steps necessary for the conduct of the file, ensuring critical deadlines are identified and met
• Often act as the front line liaison with the client for corporate matters connected with their file
• Undertake to train and mentor junior associates, law clerks and students within the Corporate Department
• Ability to work well in a team environment, employing good communication and social skills

The successful candidate will have the following:

• 10+ years legal experience as a Law Clerk/Paralegal in the Province of Ontario
• Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Aptitude to coach and mentor junior associates, law clerks and students
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to professionals, law clerks and legal administrative assistants
• Knowledgeable about current relevant legislation and government regulations
• In depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles
• Ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy
• Ability to produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines
• Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary
• Experience with Athennian or similar corporate database such as EnAct, Global Act or ALF is an asset

Salary for this position will range between $65,000 and $90,000/year, depending on experience. Benefits and a hybrid work option will be offered.

Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to  If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 17896
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Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.