Real Estate & Banking Law Clerk

Our firm is seeking an experienced Real Estate & Banking Law Clerk to join our team, supporting our commercial real estate and banking & financial services practices. We are looking for a dedicated professional who has at least three years of experience in a similar role.

What you will be doing:

• Conduct due diligence activities, including ordering, reviewing, and reporting on searches related to Personal Property Security Act (PPSA), liens, and other corporate matters.


• Draft critical documents such as closing agendas, loan documents, officer’s certificates, resolutions, and other closing deliverables under lawyer supervision.


• Handle the preparation and registration of PPSA liens across relevant jurisdictions and maintain detailed transaction record books.


• Preparing transaction documents including closing/security documents and Teraview registrations.


• Address and respond to title requisition letters.


• Perform title and off-title searches, preparing concise summaries of findings.


• Attending to closings.


• Act as a liaison between lawyers and internal/external parties, facilitating effective communication on file progression and related matters.

Qualifications:

• Law Clerk diploma from an accredited college or completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certification.


• At least three (3) years of experience in a similar role.


• Proficiency in Teraview and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.


• Excellent communication skills with a keen attention to detail and grammar.


• Independent worker with the ability to also perform in team settings.


• Upholds a high level of professionalism and maintains confidentiality in all matters.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Loopstra Nixon LLP offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including:


• Salary range: $80,000 – $90,000 CAD, commensurate with experience


• Comprehensive health and dental benefits


• Health Care Spending Account


• Professional development and education assistance


• Wellness and employee engagement programs

Additional Information:

• This position is an addition to our existing Real Estate & Banking team. 


• We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen or assess candidates in our recruitment process. 

Loopstra Nixon is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, we are dedicated to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.