At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage real estate files, draft legal documents, and coordinate transactions.
- Company: Join Pearsall Marshall LLP, a community-focused Ontario law firm.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team environment, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Work onsite in a dynamic team with a commitment to clarity and results.
- Why this job: Make a difference in real estate transactions while gaining valuable legal experience.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years of real estate experience and strong organizational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Join Our Team! Pearsall Marshall LLP is a full-service Ontario law firm providing experienced legal advice in business, employment, property, estate law, and more. With offices in Kingsville, Leamington, Tecumseh, Tilbury, Amherstburg and Windsor, our lawyers are deeply connected to the communities we serve. Clients choose Pearsall Marshall for our commitment to clarity, responsiveness, and results.
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and manage residential and/or commercial real estate files from open to close
- Draft and assemble legal documents, including transfer/deed documents, mortgages, discharges, and closing documentation
- Conduct and review title searches, off-title searches, and related due diligence materials
- Coordinate with clients, lenders, realtors, and opposing counsel to facilitate smooth real estate transactions
- Manage key closing deadlines and ensure all conditions are met prior to closing
- Prepare reporting letters, closing agendas, and final closing binders
- Requisition and review payouts, statements of adjustments, and trust accounting entries in accordance with firm procedures
- Enter and maintain accurate file data in legal practice management software (e.g., Clio, Teraview, etc.)
- Assist with trust transactions and ensure compliance with Law Society requirements
- Attend to post-closing matters, including registrations and file finalization
- Provide general administrative and clerical support to lawyers and senior clerks as required
- Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for all real estate matters
Qualifications
- Education: Post-secondary diploma in Legal Administration, Law Clerk, or a related field is preferred
- Experience: Must have 3-5+ years of experience in residential and commercial purchase and sale transactions and financings
- Familiarity with Law Society compliance requirements is preferred
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software commonly used in law firms (e.g., Clio, Teraview, etc.) Skills in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Core Competencies
- High attention to detail and accuracy in data processing
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Ability to lead compliance efforts and follow up on discrepancies with tact and firmness
- Initiative to identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
- Ability to train and support staff with a foundational knowledge of accounting
Position Details
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm or 9am – 5pm
- Location: Onsite at 1222 Lesperance Rd Tecumseh, ON N8N1X5
- Lawyer: Justin Walsh
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED. DROP OFF APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Real Estate Clerk in Tecumseh employer: Pearsall Marshall LLP
Pearsall Marshall LLP is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive work culture and providing ample opportunities for professional growth within the legal field. Located in Tecumseh, our firm offers a collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to meaningful real estate transactions, all while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule. With a commitment to community engagement and client satisfaction, joining our team means being part of a dedicated group that prioritizes clarity, responsiveness, and results.
