Real Estate Legal Assistant

17 hours ago

St Thomas ON NP C, Canada Harrison Pensa Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Harrison Pensa is currently recruiting for a permanent, full-time Legal Assistant to support our Real Estate practice area at our St. Thomas location.

We are looking for an individual that will be successful in a fast-paced and high-volume environment and who is self-driven with strong attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Organize and prepare all transactional documentation related to mortgages, purchases, sales, and refinances, including agreements of purchase and sale;
  • Request and complete necessary searches and registrations;
  • Completion of real estate and commercial deals;
  • Liaise with clients, lenders, brokers, financial institutions, real estate agents, lawyers, and staff;
  • Communicating to internal and external parties regarding ongoing file management;
  • Assists with the full-cycle completion of real estate and commercial deals;
  • Ensuring closing documents are prepared, accurately, within applicable timelines;
  • Administrative tasks including file openings/closings, expense requisitions, e-filing and hard copy filing;
  • Diarizing files to ensure deadlines are met;
  • Assist other lawyers and staff within the practice group when necessary;
  • Other duties as required.

The successful candidate ideally has the following qualifications:;

  • 2-5 years' experience as a Legal Assistant with a focus on Financial Services or Real Estate;
  • Experience in financing and real estate;
  • Excellent organizational, attention to detail and time-management skills;
  • Demonstrated ability to work in fast paced environment, adjusts to changing priorities, and multi-tasking skills;
  • Ability to work as a team player and independently;
  • Efficient self- starter and quick learner;
  • Courteous, client focused and professional attitude;
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills;
  • Post-secondary Law Clerk Diploma or related discipline would be an asset;
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and Legal Industry Software.

We offer a salary commensurate with experience and a collegial environment.

Harrison Pensa LLP is a full-service law firm with offices in St. Thomas and London. Our team of over 60 lawyers provide legal services to individuals, families and businesses on a range of matters including personal injury law, litigation and dispute resolution, family law, wills and estates, charities & not-for-profits, corporate law and real estate.

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, St. Thomas is a picturesque community with an attractive cost of living, easy commutes, and all the amenities of a big city.

We encourage all candidates with an interest in the position to apply.

To apply to this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to:

We encourage applications from persons with disabilities and will provide support throughout the recruitment process, including accommodation that considers an applicant's accessibility needs.

While all submissions are appreciated, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All applications will be held in strictest confidence.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

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