Real Estate Legal Assistant/Law Clerk – Permanent – LRO Staffing

Title of the Job: Real Estate Legal Assistant/Law Clerk – Permanent

Location: Ottawa, ON

Job Description: Real Estate Legal Assistant/Law Clerk – Permanent – 17644About the OpportunityOur client is a law firm located in downtown Ottawa. They are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant/Law Clerk to join their real estate team on a full-time, permanent basis.Duties include but are not limited to:

• Preparation and initial drafting of correspondence including editing and quality assurance
• Prepare precedent based documents as needed
• Title sub-searching and preliminary review of title searches
• Prepare documents in Teraview (examples: transfers, charges, easements)
• Coordinate workflow and assist lawyer in prioritizing and following up on outstanding items
• Coordinate external and internal communication including mail, e-mail, fax and telephone calls
• Prepare client files for closure and storage
• Coordinate and organize meetings, conference calls and maintain agenda
• Assist with other projects as required

About YouThe successful candidate will have the following:

• Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma from recognized post-secondary institute or suitable combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of legal assistant / law clerk experience
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of Unity and Teraview
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (bilingualism would be considered an asset, but is not required)
• Experience preparing and editing correspondence
• Experience with development law and/or commercial real estate would be considered an asset
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize job tasks in order to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to respond effectively and professionally to changes in schedules and priorities
• Ability to ensure consistent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently within a team environment
• Ability to exercise discretion when dealing with sensitive information
• A positive, supportive and professional attitude

About the JobSalary will depend on experience. Benefits will be offered.
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How to ApplyPlease apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to . If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 17644.Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

Company Name: LRO Staffing

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