Harrison Pensa is actively recruiting a Legal Assistant in our Real Estate Group. We are looking for a self-driven individual who has a high attention to detail that will be successful in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Be responsible for the day to day carriage of residential and commercial real estate purchases, sales, financings and refinancings;
- Assist the Lawyer with the preparation of transactional documents for residential and commercial real estate purchases, sales, financings and refinancings;
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the Lawyer, including scheduling appointments and performing a variety of administrative duties;
- Communication with clients, financial institutions and other internal and external parties;
- Preparing reports of transactions to clients and other external parties;
- Opening files, Preparation of invoices, accounts and closing of files;
- Diarizing files to ensure deadlines are met;
- Other duties as required.
The successful candidate ideally has the following qualifications:
- Post-secondary Law Clerk Diploma or related discipline;
- 4-6 years’ Law Clerk/ Legal assistant experience in Real Estate Law;
- Dynamic self-starter with ability to prioritize workload;
- Highly organized and detail oriented with time management skills to manage a fast-paced practice;
- Courteous, client focused and professional attitude;
- Ability to learn quickly and be a team player;
- Experience with Unity, iManage and Aderant considered an asset;
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and standard legal industry software.
We offer a salary commensurate with experience and a collegial environment.
The expected compensation range for this role is between $54,000 and $62,000.
Please note, applicants with compensation expectations and levels of experience that exceed the advertised range, are encouraged to apply.
Harrison Pensa offers a competitive salary and benefits package including, Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance and a Fitness & Parking Reimbursement.
Harrison Pensa is a full-service law firm based in London, Ontario, with expertise in business law, litigation and personal legal services including family, wills and estate, and personal injury law. Personal and business clients throughout southwestern Ontario, across Canada and internationally turn to us every day for our proven skills and trusted counsel.
London, Ontario is a great place to live. Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, London has an attractive cost of living, easy commutes, and a variety of entertainment and shopping, all the amenities of the big city without the challenges.
We encourage all candidates with an interest in the position to apply
To apply to this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to: [email protected].
We encourage applications from persons with disabilities and will provide support throughout the recruitment process, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs.
This position is a replacing opportunity at Harrison Pensa.
While all submissions are appreciated, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
All applications will be held in strictest confidence and reviewed by a Human Resource representative.
This job advertisement was created without the use of Artificial Intelligence.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $54,000.00-$62,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
