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Law Clerk

  • Markham, ON, Canada

$66-75K annually · Full-time

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Pay
$66-75K annually
Job type
Full-time
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Experience
Minimum 2–4 years of law clerk experience, preferably in construction, real estate, or corporate law.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Position Summary

The Law Clerk supports the Legal Manager by handling the 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.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare first drafts of routine contracts and documents from approved templates for the Legal Manager's review.
  • Conduct legal and factual research and prepare summaries and supporting materials.
  • Manage construction lien documentation, deadline tracking, and filing requirements under the direction of the Legal Manager.
  • Maintain corporate records, minute books, entity filings, insurance documentation, and the contract management system.
  • Coordinate with external counsel, opposing parties, and internal teams to gather documents and track action items.
  • Maintain organized files, manage matter calendars, and monitor key dates and deadlines.
  • Assist with the preparation of litigation, arbitration, and adjudication materials.

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

Compensation

$66-75K annually

Work Location

5 days on site

Vacancy Status

This job posting is for an open vacancy.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used throughout the recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate assessment, and selection, to ensure efficiency and alignment with hob requirements.

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Responsibilities

Prepare routine legal documents, conduct research, and support construction lien, litigation, arbitration, and adjudication matters under the Legal Manager's direction. Maintain corporate records and contract systems, coordinate with counsel and internal teams, and track files, action items, calendars, and deadlines.

Requirements

Requires a Law Clerk diploma or equivalent and 2–4 years of law clerk experience, preferably in construction, real estate, or corporate law. Candidates should be familiar with construction lien and corporate filing processes, legal software, and document or contract management systems, and demonstrate strong organization, attention to detail, and deadline management.

Skills

  • Legal Research
  • Legal Document Drafting
  • Corporate Records Management
  • Contract Management
  • Document Management
  • Deadline Tracking
  • Matter Coordination
  • Litigation Support
  • Arbitration Support
  • Adjudication Support
  • Construction Law
  • Real Estate Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Legal Software
  • Organization

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Categories

  • Legal
  • Administrative
  • Construction

Keywords

  • Law Clerk
  • Law Clerk Diploma
  • ILCO Membership
  • Legal Manager
  • Legal Research
  • Factual Research
  • Routine Contracts
  • Approved Templates
  • Construction Liens
  • Lien Filing Requirements
  • Corporate Records
  • Minute Books
  • Entity Filings
  • Insurance Documentation
  • Contract Management System
  • External Counsel
  • Matter Calendars
  • Deadline Tracking
  • Litigation
  • Arbitration
  • Adjudication
  • Construction Law
  • Real Estate Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Legal Software
  • Document Management

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