Law Clerk, Business Law - 3+ years (Hybrid)

With offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy and Kitchener, Lerners LLP provides a full range of legal services throughout Ontario. Lerners maintains an attractive work environment with excellent support services and state-of-the-art technology. Lerners' employees enjoy a fast-paced work environment and a supportive, collegial culture. Our positions are best suited to individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of exceptional client service.

Lerners is seeking a Law Clerk to support our Business Law team in London, Ontario. The ideal candidate will have over three (3) years of experience working in a similar position. This is a Hybrid position and requires a minimum of three (3) days per week in office.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Corresponding with clients, governmental agencies, other law firms, accountants and financial institutions
• Review, update and maintain minute books, including preparation of annual maintenance documents, dividend resolutions, redemption documents and prepare documents to rectify any deficiencies
• Preparation of documentation relating to incorporations, amendments, amalgamations, dissolutions, continuances and revivals of corporations
• Assisting in drafting and preparation of corporate documents, including resolutions, agreements and ancillary documents, to complete commercial financing transactions and merger and acquisition transactions
• Filing Form 1 Notices, Annual Returns and Personal Property Security Act registrations in Ontario and other jurisdictions
• Obtaining and interpreting corporate searches
• Maintaining an effective bring forward system to complete necessary annual filings

Qualifications:

• A minimum of three (3) years' experience as a Corporate Law Clerk
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude towards others
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Program specific training will be provided through our in-house training staff, as required, on an ongoing basis. However, experience using OBR, eCore, MinuteBox, ACL, Document Management Systems, Excel, iManage Closing Folders, Kofax PDF and Kofax Create Assistant an asset

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.

Benefits of Working at Lerners:

Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding.

Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package:

Salary:

Commensurate with skill level and years of experience.

Benefits:

• Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision Care
• LTD insurance
• Life insurance
• Parking/Transit reimbursement
• RRSP matching program
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program