Law Clerk
$70,000–$80,000 year
On-site · Markham, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
The Law Clerk supports the Legal Manager by handling documentation, research, coordination, and process work that underpins the legal function. This role prepares and organizes legal materials, maintains records and systems, and keeps matters moving day to day — freeing the Legal Manager to focus on strategy, negotiation, and matters requiring a lawyer's judgment. The Law Clerk works under the supervision of the Legal Manager and does not provide legal advice independently. Responsibilities include preparing first drafts of routine contracts from approved templates, conducting legal and factual research with summaries, managing construction lien documentation and deadlines, maintaining corporate records and the contract management system, coordinating with external counsel and internal teams, maintaining organized files and calendars, and assisting with litigation materials.
Required Qualifications
- Law Clerk diploma or equivalent; ILCO membership or certification an asset.
- Minimum 2–4 years of law clerk experience, preferably in construction, real estate, or corporate law.
- Familiarity with construction lien and corporate filing processes.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and document management ability.
- Proficiency with legal software and document/contract management systems.
- Ability to work effectively under the direction of the Legal Manager and manage competing deadlines
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