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Wills and Estate Lawyer

TAG HR
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
$85K-$100K a year
Full-time

Thank you for your interest in the Wills and Estate Lawyer role. While this position has been filled, your journey with TAG HR is far from over! We have similar positions opening up on a regular basis, and we’ve kept this position open to continue connecting with professionals like you.

Apply to this posting to join our network, receive early access to opportunities, and proactively promote your profile to our clients.

If there is a fit, one of our Recruitment Consultants will reach out to get the conversation started.

Are you a Lawyer looking to join a collaborative and more casual job environment? This opportunity might be for you! Our private-sector client, a long-standing law firm in Downtown Ottawa, ON , is looking for a Wills & Estates Lawyer to join their team full-time, on-site.

If you are not in love with commuting and working on-site, there may be a better role for you! Keep an eye on our jobs board for other remote / hybrid opportunities.

Competitive salary range : $85,000-$100,000

About you

To succeed in this role, you will need :

  • 3+ years experience in law firm (Wills & Estates preferred)
  • Upholds professional ethics with integrity
  • Relies on experience and sound judgement for goal achievement
  • Strong verbal & written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal & presentation skills
  • Solid knowledge of legal procedures / statutes
  • Ontario Bar member in good standing

About the role

If hired, you will :

  • Assist with estate planning documents e.g. drafts of Wills and Powers of Attorney.
  • Help to prepare trust documentation Deeds of Retirement and Appointment, Deeds of Substitution of Trustee, Blind Trust Agreements, etc.
  • Assist with client valuation, and the collection, realization and management of estate assets.
  • Prepare and file court forms for applications of certificates of appointment of estate trustee.
  • Coordinate with the CRA and accountants regarding income tax obligations for trusts and estates.
  • Prepare and file estate accounts according to the Rules of Civil Procedure for Passing of Accounts.
  • Produce and submit reports on general trust activity to the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner.

Perks & Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits (Dental, Medical, Vision)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • On-site parking
  • Tuition reimbursement

Have questions about the role or unsure if it fits you well? Let's chat! Connect with me via or email at [email protected] to get the conversation started.

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