At a Glance
- Tasks: Support real estate transactions from start to finish, ensuring smooth documentation and client service.
- Company: KSI Law, a leading commercial law firm with over 50 years of experience.
- Benefits: Employer-paid benefits, wellness perks, and 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Program.
- Other info: Enjoy a collaborative environment with regular team events and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and gain hands-on experience in real estate law while making an impact.
- Qualifications: Law Clerk diploma or equivalent experience, with knowledge of Ontario real estate procedures.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
KSI Law is a commercial law firm with over 50 years of experience across 15+ practice areas, with offices in Markham, Toronto, and Calgary.
Our Real Estate practice supports clients with property transactions and related legal matters.
About the Role
As a Real Estate Law Clerk, you will support KSI Law’s Real Estate practice and commercial real estate transactions from opening through closing.
You will work with lawyers, clients, lenders, and other parties to ensure accurate documentation and a high standard of client service.
Responsibilities
- File & Transaction Management
- Open, organize, and maintain real estate transaction files from intake to post-closing.
- Monitor critical transaction dates, conditions, requisition deadlines, and closing requirements.
- Assist lawyers with residential purchases, sales, and refinances, and commercial transactions as assigned.
- Documentation, Title & Registration
- Prepare agreements, closing documents, statements of adjustments, and other transaction materials under lawyer supervision.
- Conduct and review title searches, identify title issues, and assist with requisitions and their resolution.
Prepare and coordinate electronic registrations, transfers, charges, discharges, and related instruments through Teraview.
- Liaise with clients, realtors, lenders, opposing counsel, and other parties to obtain instructions and outstanding documents.
- Coordinate mortgage instructions, financing documentation, payout statements, and closing funds.
- Post-Closing & Compliance
- Prepare reporting letters, closing packages, final accounts, and post-closing follow-up documentation.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure files comply with internal procedures and applicable trust-accounting processes.
Qualifications
- Required
- Law Clerk diploma or certificate from a recognized institution, or equivalent education and relevant experience.
- At least 2 years of real estate law clerk experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of Ontario real estate conveyancing procedures and land registration requirements.
- Experience preparing real estate closing documents and coordinating transactions.
- Ability to manage multiple closings simultaneously and meet competing deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with lawyers and clients.
- Required Skills
- Working knowledge of Ontario real estate conveyancing procedures and land registration requirements.
- Experience preparing real estate closing documents and coordinating transactions.
- Ability to manage multiple closings simultaneously and meet competing deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with lawyers and clients.
- Preferred Skills
- Working knowledge of Clio, Teraview, and ACL.
- Experience with residential real estate transactions, including purchases, sales, and refinances.
- Exposure to commercial real estate transactions, title issues, and lender requirements.
- Experience using Teraview and real estate conveyancing software.
- TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY
- Teraview for electronic land registration and title-related work.
- Real estate conveyancing and document preparation platforms used by the Firm.
- Clio and Microsoft Office for matter management, correspondence, and file organization.
WHAT WE OFFER
- A fully employer-paid benefits package beginning after a 3-month waiting period.
- Access to additional wellness perks through our group benefits plan, including virtual healthcare, second-opinion medical support, and exclusive discount programs.
- 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- An active social committee hosting regular team events and recognition programs throughout the year.
- #J-18808-Ljbffr
Law Clerk in Markham employer: KSI Law
KSI Law is an exceptional employer located in Markham, ON, offering a dynamic work environment where you can thrive as an Associate Lawyer. With a fully employer-paid benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive culture that values teamwork and recognition, KSI Law ensures that its employees are well-equipped to succeed while enjoying a balanced work-life experience. Join a firm with over 50 years of expertise and be part of a collaborative team dedicated to protecting the financial interests of institutional clients.
