Law Clerk, Real Estate and Land Development 5+ Years - London (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day 1 hour ago by Lerners

Permanent
Full Time
Legal Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Law Clerk, Real Estate and Land Development 5+ Years - London (In-Office)

Job Category: Legal Support

Requisition Number: LAWCL001387

Posted: March 14, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Locations

London, Ontario

Description

Lerners LLP provides a full range of legal services throughout Ontario with offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy, and Kitchener. We maintain an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service.

Lerners is seeking a Law Clerk to support the Real Estate and Land Development practice group in the London, Ontario office. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience working in a similar position.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Preparing real estate transactions for closing, with a particular emphasis on new home residential sales, condominium sales, and commercial and private mortgages acting for the borrower;
  • Experience with the registration of subdivisions and condominiums and associated new home/condo sales would be an asset;
  • Ordering title and off-title searches, corporate searches, and municipal reports when deals are firm;
  • Ordering payout statements on sale & mortgage files;
  • Finalizing reports to clients and financial institutions;
  • Following up on undertakings and outstanding items on files;
  • Detailed file organization - paper and electronic filing;
  • Maintaining an effective BF system;
  • Communicating with clients and other professionals by phone and email;
  • Strong knowledge of Unity and Teraview;
  • Drafting correspondence, preparing accounts, depositing cash receipts, paying invoices, and collection of accounts receivable;

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in residential and commercial real estate transactions.
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • Willingness to learn new subject matter and skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of Teraview and the requirements of Teraview with respect to title and Unity matters.
  • College diploma or university degree in a related field is an asset.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Suite.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.

Benefits of Working at Lerners:

Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding. Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with skill level and years of experience:

  • Health, Extended Health, Dental, and Vision care