Senior Law Clerk

Job summary

Independently manage residential and commercial real estate files from client intake through closing, including searches, transaction documents, mortgage registrations, title insurance, and client accounts. Prepare wills and powers of attorney, support probate and estate administration, and maintain compliant files while communicating with clients and other legal and financial professionals.

Job details

Senior Law Clerk – Real Estate & Estates Suzanne Desrosiers Professional Corporation – Timmins, ON $55,000. -$65,000.00 – Full-time, Permanent Job Overview Suzanne Desrosiers Professional Corporation is seeking a highly experienced, detail-oriented Senior Law Clerk specializing in Real Estate Transactions and Wills & Estates to join our team in Timmins, Ontario. With 10+ years of legal experience, you will independently manage real estate files from initial client intake through to final closing, as well as handle complex estate administration matters. This role requires an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong organizational skills, and brings advanced proficiency in Ontario legal software and conveyancing procedures. Core Competencies & Qualifications Experience: 10+ years of experience as a Law Clerk in Ontario Real Estate and Estates law (Northern Ontario experience is a strong asset). Software Proficiency: Hands-on expertise with Teraview / Teranet, DoProcess software (Unity, Estate-A-Base, Conveyancer), and standard Microsoft Office applications. Real Estate Knowledge: Proficient in drafting Agreement of Purchase and Sale (APS) documents and offer letters using standard OREA forms. Problem Solving & Precision: Exceptional attention to detail, strong title searching knowledge, and ability to manage tight closing deadlines with minimal supervision. Communication & Service: Excellent interpersonal skills for dealing with clients, realtors, financial institutions, and opposing counsel. Legally Eligible: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Key Responsibilities Real Estate Transactions: Manage residential and commercial real estate files independently from start to finish. Prepare and review OREA Agreements of Purchase and Sale, amendments, and related offer documents. Perform comprehensive title and off-title searches; draft and review title requisition letters and respond to requisitions from opposing counsel. Prepare all closing documentation, trust statements, and statement of adjustments. Coordinate with financial institutions to secure mortgage instructions, draft mortgage security documents, and execute registrations/discharges via Teraview. Communicate directly with title insurance companies to order policies and clear exceptions. Wills & Estates: Utilize Estate-A-Base to draft Wills, Powers of Attorney, and related estate planning documentation. Prepare applications for Probate / Certificates of Appointment of Estate Trustee with or without a Will. Assist with estate administration, asset distribution schedules, passings of accounts, and corresponding with beneficiaries and financial institutions. Administrative & Practice Support: Manage file billing, preparation of client accounts, and process payments. Maintain organized physical and electronic files, ensuring compliance with Law Society of Ontario guidelines. Assist with general client inquiries and maintain professional relationships across the local Timmins legal community. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year (commensurate with experience) Position Type: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: On-site parking Casual dress Closed during the Christmas Holidays Company events Supportive and professional working environment Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-person) Language Requirement: French is an asset, but not required. Application Questions Do you have 10 or more years of experience as a Real Estate / Estates Law Clerk in Ontario? Are you proficient in using Teraview, Unity / Conveyancer, and Estate-A-Base? Are you legally eligible to work in Canada Work Location In person – Timmins, ON

What you’ll do

Independently manage residential and commercial real estate files from client intake through closing, including searches, transaction documents, mortgage registrations, title insurance, and client accounts. Prepare wills and powers of attorney, support probate and estate administration, and maintain compliant files while communicating with clients and other legal and financial professionals.

Requirements

Requires 10 or more years of Ontario law clerk experience in real estate and estates, with Northern Ontario experience considered an asset. Candidates should be proficient with Teraview/Teranet, DoProcess software, OREA forms, title searches, and Microsoft Office, and must be legally eligible to work in Canada; French is an asset but not required.

Benefits

• On-Site Parking
• Casual Dress
• Christmas Holiday Closure
• Company Events
• Supportive and Professional Working Environment

Listed skills

• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Real Estate Transactions
• Wills and Estates
• Teraview
• Teranet
• Unity
• Estate-A-Base
• Conveyancer
• Microsoft Office
• OREA Forms
• Title Searching
• Conveyancing
• Estate Administration
• Probate Applications
• Mortgage Documentation
• Client Communication
• File Management

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative