Company Overview

Carters Professional Corporation is the largest law firm in the Dufferin/Caledon region. It is also one of the leading firms in Canada in charity and not-for-profit law with offices in Toronto, Orangeville and Ottawa.

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Law Clerk to join our team at Carters Professional Corporation. In this role, you will support our legal team by conducting research, drafting legal documents, and managing administrative tasks. Your contributions will be vital in helping us achieve our clients' goals while minimizing their exposure to liability.

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan and prioritize work depending on the current requirements.
• File and submit applications and related documentation through the Canada Revenue Agency online portal, and monitor status of filings and documentation
• Prepare draft documentation including correspondence, agreements, resolutions, minute books, federal or provincial government filings, and by-laws
• Review incoming correspondence to determine urgency and work with lawyer accordingly
• Maintain and review lawyer’s calendar daily and proactively schedule and handle upcoming events
• Maintain and input all file information into document management system
• Converse with potential clients to set up initial call / meeting with the responsible lawyer
• Perform other legal duties as assigned

Requirements

• Law clerk certificate or diploma preferred
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in corporate law is preferable.
• Experience with charitable and not-for-profit clients would be an asset, but not essential.
• Strong word processing skills are required
• Familiarity with Soluno is an asset.
• Must be able to work independently while also contributing effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills are necessary.

Carters is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We welcome and encourage applicants to inform us of any accommodations required at any stage of the recruitment process to support their full participation.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person