Associate

Our client is seeking a Junior Associate Lawyer (1+ years post-call experience) to join its Debt Recovery and Real Estate practice in Toronto. This role offers a unique opportunity for a junior lawyer to build their expertise in debt recovery and real estate transactions while receiving hands-on mentorship and guidance from highly experienced lawyers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with and manage mortgage enforcement and debt recovery matters.
• Handle residential real estate transactions, including purchases, sales, and refinancing.
• Draft, review, and execute legal documentation related to mortgage enforcement and real estate transactional matters.
• Manage files from opening through completion.
• Liaise with clients, lenders, financial institutions, realtors, and opposing counsel.
• Support senior lawyers on complex files and ongoing practice development initiatives.
• Maintain organized case management practices and meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• 1+ years of post-call experience in mortgage enforcement, debt recovery, real estate transactions, or a combination thereof.
• Exposure to residential purchase and sale transactions, refinances, mortgage registrations, title review, and real estate closings.
• Familiarity with mortgage enforcement proceedings, debt recovery matters, and related enforcement processes is considered a strong asset.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal, attention to detail, and communication skills, with a professional and client-focused approach.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer seeking to work on a broad mix of real estate and debt recovery matters while developing their skills within a supportive and mentorship-driven environment.

All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality. Qualified candidates interested in learning more are encouraged to apply or reach out directly to: larson.wadlegger@roberthalf.com.

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