Law Clerk

2 days ago

Hamilton, Canada Gowling WLG Full time

**ABOUT GOWLING WLG**
At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

When it comes to equity, diversity and inclusion, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.

Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

**PROFILE**

We are currently recruiting for a hard-working, energetic and detail-oriented Law Clerk to join our dynamic team. The incumbent will be responsible for providing support to professionals in the Business Law Commercial Real Estate department by preparing legal documents and other tasks involved in the management of the file. This position receives some direction or guidance; most tasks and objectives are accomplished independently. Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Receives directions from the professional on the status of the file, the steps required for the conduct of the file, with instructions to meet critical deadlines.
- Drafts a variety of documentation, from research, precedents and/or directions, including forms, contracts, agreements, closing documents and correspondence to meet the needs of the various steps required throughout the conduct of the file, in accordance with legislation and/or governing regulations.
- Systematically organizes, tracks and maintains document files and correspondence, using, where appropriate, computer databases and imaging software.
- Initiates follow up actions where and when necessary.
- Liaises with client to obtain and, when directed by the professional, provide information.
- Has complete carriage of transactions from title to off title and corporate searches to drafting.
- Corresponds with government authorities and opposing counsel.
- Prepares reports on an as needed basis.
- Any other duties as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Thorough knowledge and experience using Teraview.
- Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner.
- Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
- Knowledgeable about current relevant legislation and government regulations.
- In depth knowledge of real estate legal terminology and principles.
- Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines.
- Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary.
- Handle stress in a business-like manner.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Law Clerk/Paralegal or Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate.
- 3+ years as a Law Clerk/Paralegal.

Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Gowling WLG is proud to offer equal employment opportunities.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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