Corporate Law Clerk

Résumé du poste

The role involves preparing and filing complex corporate documents and maintaining corporate records across federal and provincial jurisdictions. Additionally, the clerk will draft transaction documentation for mergers and acquisitions and provide mentorship to junior staff.

Détails du poste

A well-established, full-service mid size law firm in the western GTA is seeking an experienced Corporate Law Clerk. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a mix of sophisticated and routine corporate matters, working both independently and alongside seasoned lawyers across a broad range of transactions and filings. Responsibilities Prepare and file corporate documents for both straightforward and complex transactions, including incorporations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations, and dissolutions across federal and provincial statutes Handle provincial and federal filings through the relevant registries and platforms Keep corporate records current, including annual returns, extra-provincial registrations, and related renewals and amendments Administer business name, general partnership, and limited partnership registrations Carry out corporate record reviews and due diligence, and prepare rectification materials where gaps are identified Draft transaction documentation for mergers, acquisitions, financings, share and asset sales, and reorganizations Build corporate structure charts, closing agendas, and reporting letters Maintain minute books and draft resolutions covering dividends, redemptions, and changes to directors, officers, or registered offices Work directly with lawyers and clients to scope out required documentation, searches, and filing steps for each matter Provide mentorship to junior clerks and support students and associates as they develop Qualifications At least 5 years of corporate law clerk experience within a law firm ILCO certification and current membership in good standing Solid working knowledge of the federal and provincial statutes governing corporate matters Familiarity with corporate management software Clear, confident communication with clients and colleagues at every level Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a sharp eye for detail Comfortable working independently while still collaborating as part of a team Adaptable to changing priorities, with occasional availability outside standard hours

Ce que vous ferez

The role involves preparing and filing complex corporate documents and maintaining corporate records across federal and provincial jurisdictions. Additionally, the clerk will draft transaction documentation for mergers and acquisitions and provide mentorship to junior staff.

Exigences

Candidates must have at least 5 years of corporate law clerk experience and a valid ILCO certification. Strong knowledge of corporate statutes and proficiency in corporate management software are required.

Compétences indiquées

• Gestion du temps · Souhaitée
• Mentorship · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Corporate Filings
• Due Diligence
• Drafting Transaction Documentation
• Corporate Record Review
• Minute Book Maintenance
• Corporate Structure Charting
• Incorporations
• Amalgamations
• Dissolutions
• Client Communication
• Time Management
• Mentorship
• Corporate Management Software
• Federal and Provincial Statutes
• Legal Research
• Organizational Skills

Domaines d’emploi

• Legal
• Administrative