Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Type: Full-time, permanent, current vacancy
About Us
We are a respected and growing full-service law firm serving individuals, businesses, and organizations. Our firm offers legal services across multiple practice areas, including business law, wills and estates, real estate, litigation, family law, employment law, and environmental law.
We are committed to providing exceptional client service while fostering a workplace culture that is inclusive, supportive, and respectful. We value authenticity, celebrate diversity, and strive to create an environment where all team members can thrive.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Corporate Law Clerk with seven (7) + years of experience in business/commercial law to join our team.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will support a growing corporate/commercial practice by:
- Managing corporate records and minute books, including reviews, updates, rectifications, and maintenance of corporate records;
- Communicating regularly with clients, lawyers, regulatory bodies, and other professionals;
- Preparing documentation for incorporations, amendments, amalgamations, dissolutions, reorganizations, extra-provincial registrations, and business name registrations;
- Assisting with share and asset purchase transactions, including preparation of closing documents and transaction support;
- Managing general file administration;
- Maintaining filing systems and tracking deadlines;
- Opening and closing client files and organizing closing documentation;
- Preparing various accounting and billing-related documents;
- Assisting with debt and equity financing transactions;
- Conducting corporate searches and preparing reports;
- Preparing and filing annual returns and other regulatory filings;
- Obtaining corporate certificates and status documentation;
- Conducting preliminary name searches and supporting corporate name approval processes;
- Recording time, preparing accounts, and supporting accounts receivable activities; and
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of corporate law procedures and relevant legislation, including federal and provincial corporate statutes;
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment;
- Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills;
- Experience with corporate records management software and Microsoft 365;
- Professional, dependable, and client-service oriented;
- Excellent attention to detail, proofreading, and document formatting skills;
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities; and
- Commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace.
Education & Experience
- Seven (7)+ years of experience as a Corporate/Commercial Law Clerk;
- Law Clerk diploma or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Additional Assets
- Experience with document management systems would be considered an asset;
- Strong technical aptitude and comfort learning new software.
Work Arrangement
This position is primarily office-based, with some flexibility for remote work depending on operational requirements.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation starts at $80,000.00, but the total amount will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
We offer a comprehensive benefits program and retirement savings options following the applicable eligibility period.
Artificial Intelligence
We do not use Artificial Intelligence in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants.
Accommodation & Inclusion
We are committed to creating a barrier-free recruitment and employment experience. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process and during employment. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise us so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to maintaining a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace. Employment-related decisions are based on qualifications, performance, skills, and business needs. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Please note that candidates that do not meet the minimum requirements will be screened out. Qualified candidates are invited to apply.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- Corporate Law Clerk: 7 years (required)
Work Location: In person
