Law Clerk

**About Us**

Sure, we are the largest independent real estate brokerage in Canada and that is pretty darn impressive, but we are more than just that.

Right at Home Realty has been a champion of the real estate agent since we opened our doors in 2004. We obsess over agent success and are always there to provide the support and services they need to grow their business and succeed in this industry. We continually invest in our technology and training for the sole purpose of helping our agents be more productive and efficient allowing them the freedom and flexibility to run their business.

We provide an uncomplicated business model for our agents so they can keep their full commission, allowing them certainty and more money to invest in themselves.

Our size and independence allow us to run a business that works just as well for a new agent as it does for one at the top of their career. Our strong leadership team of forward-thinking businesspeople and dedicated hard-working employees continually put their focus and attention on the agent and their business.

**Description**

Reporting to the Senior Risk Manager, Legal & Compliance, the **Law Clerk **will support the legal department with a wide range of real estate litigation, corporate, and compliance matters.

**What’s Involved**

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Real Estate Litigation 80% _**
- Manage incoming violations, notices and complaints from RECO (Real Estate Council of Ontario), various Real Estate Boards across the GTA, CRTC investigations and other regulatory compliance matters; review, compile evidence, draft and submit documents before administrative tribunals in a timely manner.
- Liaise professionally with insurance adjusters, legal professionals and agents on all court related matters.
- Gather and prepare evidence, assist in the drafting, filing and serving court pleadings.
- Provide support in the preparation, coordination and attendance at hearings, discoveries, settlement conferences and trials.
- Prepare correspondence and legal documents according to pre-approved templates.
- Assist in the management of corporate compliance agenda and policies, risk management, compile and report money laundering activities to FINTRAC.
- Proficient in utilizing a tickler system, tracking open file matters, and general management of legal files.
- Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, Small Claims Court procedures, FINTRAC guidelines, RECO regulations TRREB rules and bylaws and REBBA, 2002.
- Research and remain abreast of changes to statutes, rules and regulations within the real estate industry, and report such changes to the legal team and all departments affected by these changes.

**_ Corporate 20% _**
- Assist external counsel with corporate reorganizations, amalgamations and dissolutions by drafting and filing corporate organizational documents.
- Maintain and continuously update minute book documentation, shareholders registers, ledgers, corporate structure charts etc. for all entities.
- Prepare and file annual returns; conduct business name searches for availability and corporate profile searches.
- Working knowledge of corporate registry systems, including PPSA and eCore.
- Have full knowledge of the corporate charter documents and records to ensure compliance with governing statutes.

**Talent Specs**
- 3+ years of experience working at law firms as a Law Clerk in civil litigation and corporate law
- 2 + years of real estate, compliance and corporate experience is an asset
- Completion of law clerk program recognized by the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
- Able to work with mínimal supervision in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Excellent organizational, attention to detail and analytical skills
- Superior written and oral communication skills
- Able to work well under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and take ownership in supporting the team
- Must possess excellent research skills with an eagerness to roll up their sleeves and willingness to dive into this exciting new role.
- Right at Home Realty, Brokerage is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We consider all qualified applicants and will meet the needs of those requiring reasonable accommodations._
- Qualified applicants must hold appropriate citizenship or documents permitting them to reside and work in Canada._