Brattys - Corporate Law Clerk

We are currently seeking an energetic, dedicated, and hardworking professional to fill the position of Corporate Law Clerk at our Vaughan location.

We offer an opportunity to work for an industry-leading company and a very competitive compensation and benefits package.

CORPORATE LAW CLERK

Duties and Responsibilities :

Drafts correspondence and letters to clients, accountants etc. with respect to corporate matters for the Lawyer to review and sign.

Delivers letters and correspondence via appropriate method (i.e. fax, e-mail, or courier).

• Assists with maintenance of corporate minute books and folders and enters information into corporate database.
• Orders and reviews preliminary and full NUANS reports, Certificates of Status, Profile reports etc.
• Prepares annual resolutions / minutes of meetings as required.
• Prepares dividends (capital, eligible and ineligible), bonus resolutions and certified copies thereof.
• Updates corporate lists with new companies received and maintains corporate records with respect to addresses, directors, shareholders, officers, etc.
• Prepares audit inquiry responses, as required.
• Drafts and files business name registrations, limited partnership and general partnership registrations and renewals.
• Completes and files Form 1 NOC with Ministry when addresses, directors or officers change.
• Prepares annual returns as required.
• Assists senior law clerks with the preparation of all client correspondence, invoices, closing reports, transactional documentation, including agreements, ancillary resolutions and all other corporate / commercial documents.

Qualifications :

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar position in a Corporate Law practice
• A diploma in a related Legal Administration and / or Law Clerk program or equivalent years of experience
• Must be proficient with the following computer environments : current windows operating systems, Microsoft office etc.
• Working knowledge of Fastco, Cyberbahn and Legal Accounting Software

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following :

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written & verbal) skills
• Strong understanding of legal terminology
• Ability to analyze and understand legal documents and maintain strong attention to detail
• Must be highly organized with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of pertinent data
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor, high ethical standards, respect and commitment to service excellence
• Ability to work independently as well as cohesively with lawyers and other employees as part of a team
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure with simultaneous deadlines

We thank you for your interest in our position! Only those applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidate's request.

What if you could work for one of Canada's top 5 law firms that values and recognizes your hard work and commitment? What if you could cut down on your downtown commute and not pay for parking?

What if your job offered unparalleled professional growth opportunities and exposure to some of the largest commercial real estate and land development projects in Canada?

At Brattys LLP we are a firm that offers a true team environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package. We are at the forefront of representing high-rise and low-rise developers and builders, commercial landlords and financial institutions, including all of Canada's largest banks.