Law Clerk

Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk Location: Toronto, ON – Hybrid Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: $70,000–$120,000, depending on experience Position Overview Our client, a leading national law firm, is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk to join its Toronto Commercial Real Estate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished and highly detail-oriented law clerk who is comfortable managing sophisticated commercial real estate transactions with a high degree of independence. The successful candidate will work closely with lawyers, clients and other legal professionals on purchase and sale transactions, financings, development matters, due diligence and closings. Key Responsibilities Support lawyers on commercial real estate purchase, sale and financing transactions. Conduct and review title and off-title searches and related due diligence. Prepare and register documents through electronic land registration systems. Draft requisitions, closing documents, transaction books and final reports. Assist with commercial acquisitions, dispositions, financings and development transactions. Liaise with clients, lenders, land registry offices and other stakeholders. Review and assist with resolving title, registration and procedural issues. Manage multiple transactions and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Maintain organized electronic files and support matter and data management. Provide professional and responsive client service throughout the transaction lifecycle. Qualifications 7+ years of Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk experience preferred; candidates with strong comparable experience will also be considered. Law Clerk Diploma, ILCO Certificate or equivalent education. Strong knowledge of Teraview, Land Titles, Registry and electronic registration systems. Experience with title and off-title searches, due diligence and closing documentation. Experience with commercial purchase and sale and financing transactions. Strong Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision. Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills. Professional, polished and collaborative working style. Ability to adapt to evolving technology, systems and processes. French language skills are considered an asset. What’s Offered Hybrid work environment Competitive salary of $70,000–$120,000, based on experience Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs Professional development and continued education opportunities Mentorship and career development Exposure to complex commercial real estate transactions Collaborative national legal team

The role involves supporting lawyers on commercial real estate purchase, sale, and financing transactions. Key tasks include conducting title searches, preparing closing documents, and liaising with clients and lenders.

Candidates should ideally have over 7 years of experience as a Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk and a Law Clerk Diploma or ILCO Certificate. Proficiency in Teraview and electronic registration systems is required.

• Comprehensive benefits • Wellness programs • Professional development • Continued education opportunities • Mentorship • Career development

• Microsoft WordPreferred
• Microsoft OutlookPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• Customer servicePreferred
• OrganizationPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Commercial Real Estate Law
• Title Searches
• Off-title Searches
• Teraview
• Land Titles
• Electronic Registration Systems
• Due Diligence
• Closing Documentation
• Drafting Requisitions
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Problem-solving
• Client Service
• Organization
• Communication

• Legal

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 13, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available