Founded in 1979, KMB Law is a leading full-service business law firm with offices in Mississauga, Burlington, and Toronto. Guided by a progressive partnership, we operate on core values that emphasize personal and professional respect, community consciousness, and delivering unparalleled value to our clients. KMB Law offers a comprehensive range of legal services - spanning Corporate/Commercial Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate & Land Development, Intellectual Property, Franchising, Banking & Financial Services, Civil and Commercial Litigation, Labour & Employment, Family Law, Wills & Estates, and Business Succession.
KMB Law is seeking an experienced Corporate Law Clerk with a minimum of 5 years of law firm experience to join our team. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess exceptional communication skills and professional demeanor.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with seasoned legal professionals and handle sophisticated corporate matters in a dynamic, supportive environment.
Position Overview
- Location: Primary office in Mississauga, with potential to transition to our Burlington office.
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Occasional flexibility outside of regular business hours may be required to meet client and business demands).
- Role Summary: The Corporate Law Clerk will perform a variety of substantive, complex, and routine corporate legal duties, working independently and in coordination with lawyers across assigned matters.
Key Responsibilities
· Corporate Filings & Statutory Compliance
o Prepare and file articles and corporate documentation for routine and complex transactions (incorporations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations, and dissolutions) under the OBCA, CBCA, ONCA, CNCA, and related legislation.
o Process provincial filings via Dye & Durham and federal filings directly through Corporations Canada.
o Maintain corporate records by drafting and filing annual returns, extra-provincial/territorial registrations, amendments, and renewals (Corporations Information Act).
o Manage business name, general partnership, and limited partnership registrations and renewals.
· Transactional & Tax Support
o Conduct complex corporate record reviews and due diligence for transactions; draft recommended rectification materials.
o Draft documentation for mergers, acquisitions, credit facilities/financings, share/asset sales, and tax reorganizations.
o Prepare comprehensive corporate structure charts, closing agendas, and client reporting letters.
o Maintain routine minute books, drafting resolutions for dividends, redemptions, and changes to directors, officers, or registered offices.
· Client & Legal Advisory Support
o Consult directly with lawyers and clients to identify required corporate documentation, search parameters, and filing protocols for routine and transactional matters.
· Mentorship & Team Leadership
o Mentor, train, and guide junior and intermediate corporate clerks within the Corporate Services team.
o Support the professional development of articling students, summer students, and associates by answering technical inquiries and sharing corporate procedures.
o Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience & Credentials:
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant corporate law clerk experience in a law firm environment.
- Successful completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO) Certification.
- Member in good standing with the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO).
- Technical & Legal Knowledge:
- In-depth knowledge and practical understanding of relevant federal and provincial corporate statutes.
- Experience with Appara corporate management software is strongly considered an asset.
- Key Competencies:
- Professionalism & Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills; confident interacting with stakeholders at all corporate levels.
- Efficiency & Organization: Superior time management, administrative, and organizational capabilities with strong attention to detail.
- Self-Direction & Collaboration: Hardworking and self-motivated with the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a strong team-player mindset.
- Adaptability: Flexible to manage shifting daily demands, eager to take on added responsibilities, and available to work outside regular business hours when necessary.
The salary range for this position is $75,000-$80,000.
KMB Law does not use AI to screen or select candidates.
Diversity and Inclusion
At KMB Law, we believe a diverse workplace is comprised of individuals with unique backgrounds, characteristics, and qualities. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and welcomed. KMB Law is committed to diversity and inclusion in all that we do.
Accessibility and Accommodation
It is important that all our members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Background and Reference Checks
Any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful completion of background checks, including a criminal record check, a credit check, and employment and educational verification.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and compensation expectations to [email protected]. Please indicate "Corporate Law Clerk" in the subject line of your email.
We appreciate hearing from all qualified candidates; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
