real estate law clerk

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Employer details Levy Zavet Professional Corporation

Job details

*Job description* At Levy Zavet we consider our team to be well equipped to address any real estate matters, from simple closings of purchases, sales, mortgages, refinances and complex acquisitions, to acting on behalf of condo developers, home builders, mortgage lenders and private lenders, or as the trusted legal advisor to businesses on corporate and transactional matters. We have Real Estate Clerk/Reception position available within our dynamic and growing firm. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, pay keen attention to detail and have a clear understanding of the value in providing excellent client service. Working in a team environment with experienced Law Clerks, Assistants and Lawyers, he/she will be responsible for handling legal and administrative work related to real estate transactions and matters. The successful candidate must have a solid working knowledge of title searching, conveyancing, and work extensively with Teraview. A great attitude and emphasis on client experience are a must. *Responsibilities include and are not limited to:* · The ability to work independently on all matters involving the preparation of standard and legal documents pertaining to real estate transactions; and · Performance of administrative work related to files, including: opening of files, preparation of accounts and client billings, processing of payments, closing files and maintaining an active filing system. · Preparing purchase and sale documents, and institutional and private mortgage transactions in Unity, LDD, Conveyancer and Teraview. · Meeting with and interacting with clients and referral sources, placing a high value on relationship-building and exceeding expectations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience as a Real Estate Law Clerk and be proficient in standard office software and equipment. Being a graduate from a recognized Law Clerk program is an asset. Excellent time management and computer skills are a pre-requisite. Program specific IT training will be provided through our in-house IT staff, as required, on an ongoing basis. Job Types: Permanent, Full-time Salary: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year Benefits: * Dental care * Extended health care * Life insurance * Vision care Schedule: * Monday to Friday Experience: * Real Estate Law: 1 year (required) * Closing Real Estate Transactions: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: * Law Clerk diploma or paralegal (preferred) Work Location: In person Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year Additional pay: * Commission pay Benefits: * Dental care * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Vision care Flexible language requirement: * French not required Schedule: * Monday to Friday Education: * AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred) Experience: * commercial real estate: 1 year (preferred) * real estate law clerk: 3 years (required) Work Location: In person Expected start date: 2025-01-01