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Senior Real Estate Law Clerk — Condo Development & Subdivision (Toronto)

Remote Peopleabout 24 hours ago
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Senior Level
Full-Time

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About the Opportunity Our client is an established law firm in Toronto seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Real Estate Law Clerk to join their real estate practice group. This is a confidential search for a technically strong professional with deep expertise in condominium development and subdivision matters, ready to take ownership of complex files in a collaborative, in-office environment. The Role As a Senior Real Estate Law Clerk, you will manage a broad range of transactional and development files with a focus on condominium development and subdivision work. You will work closely with real estate lawyers and clients to move files forward efficiently, exercising a high degree of independence and technical expertise built over years of hands-on experience. Key Responsibilities Manage all aspects of condominium development files, including draft plan of condominium approvals, declaration and description preparation, status certificates, and registration on title Handle subdivision files from draft plan approval through to final registration, including subdivision agreements, servicing agreements, and lot grading Liaise with the City of Toronto, Land Registry Office, Teraview, and municipal and provincial authorities on development approvals and registrations Prepare, review, and manage closing documents for complex residential and commercial real estate transactions Draft and review agreements of purchase and sale, development agreements, easements, and restrictive covenants Conduct and review title searches, off-title searches, and due diligence investigations Coordinate with developers, municipalities, surveyors, engineers, and other external parties throughout the development process Manage critical deadlines, conditions, and registrations across multiple active development files simultaneously Mentor and guide junior law clerks and legal assistants within the practice group Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the Condominium Act, Planning Act, and related Ontario legislation and regulations Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience as a Real Estate Law Clerk with a strong focus on condominium development and/or subdivision work in Ontario Law Clerk diploma or degree from an accredited Ontario institution; membership with ILCO (Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario) is strongly preferred In-depth knowledge of the Ontario Condominium Act, Planning Act, Land Titles Act, and related legislation Hands-on experience with Teraview, e-reg, and the Land Registry Office Familiarity with the City of Toronto's development approval and registration processes Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with legal practice management software is an asset Exceptional organizational and file management skills with a proven ability to handle high volumes and competing deadlines Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence liaising with clients, municipalities, and external stakeholders A self-starter with sound judgment and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential development and transaction matters Compensation & Details Salary: Commensurate with experience — to be discussed with qualified candidates Location: Toronto, ON — Full-time, in-office Full-time, permanent position This is a confidential search. The name of the hiring firm will be shared with qualified candidates at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.

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