Law Clerk - Commercial Real Estate and Financing - #1009

Sicotte Guilbault has an need for a Law Clerk with experience in Commercial Real Estate and Financing.

Responsibilities include:

  • Managing commercial real estate and financing files from beginning to end
  • Completing and interpreting title searches
  • Organizing and tracking flow of work
  • Preparing legal documentation and handling all aspects of real estate and financing transactions
  • Managing team members’ calendars and schedules
  • Maintaining regular contact with clients, real estate agents, financial organizations, and other counsel, in a professional manner
  • Maintaining a system for follow-ups on outstanding matters and initiating follow-up, as required
  • Maintaining client files and records
  • Preparing client invoices and final reports
  • Performing miscellaneous clerical and administrative duties, as required
  • Assisting in other areas, as required

Qualifications:

  • College Diploma as a Law Clerk or Legal Assistant (or equivalent)
  • A minimum of two years of experience in commercial real estate law and financing (preferred)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Exceptional time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to handle fast paced and deadline-driven work
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Willingness to learn and ability to adapt quickly
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Experience using Unity or Lawyer Done Deal and Teraview software
  • Experience using Clio (asset)
  • Knowledge or experience in corporate law (asset)
  • Bilingualism (French/English) preferred but not required

Salary to be commensurate with experience.

CONTACT

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter via email to hr@sicotte.ca. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Equity

Sicotte Guilbault is committed to employment equity and invites applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please notify us by email at hr@sicotte.ca and we will put in place all the necessary accommodations to allow you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. 

 

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