Senior Law Clerk - Corporate, Commercial & Real Estate Law
Lead and manage commercial corporate, financing, and real estate transactions from initiation through post-closing. This includes drafting legal documents, coordinating with lenders and brokers, and maintaining accurate electronic and physical file systems.
- On-site
- Peterborough, ON
- Posted Aug 21, 2026
- Apply by Feb 17, 2027
- 1 position
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Job summary
We are seeking a senior law clerk to join our busy and growing practice, with experience in real estate, corporate, and commercial transactions. This is a role suited for a confident, organized, and self-directed professional who is comfortable managing files independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, thoughtful, steady, and careful in their approach, with a strong sense of ownership over their work. This person takes initiative, values accuracy, and takes pride in producing high-quality results while staying organized under pressure and helping ensure transactions are completed on time. Role & Expectations In this role. you will take the lead on a variety of transactional matters, including: Managing commercial corporate, financing and/or real estate transactions from start to post-closing Drafting and reviewing searches and legal documents with strong attention to detail Managing multiple active files and priorities with competing deadlines Coordinating closings and communicating with clients, lenders, brokers, and opposing counsel Identifying potential issues early and positively contribute to ensure smooth, efficient transactions Maintaining well-organized and accurate electronic and physical file systems Docketing, billing and reporting files to clients What We’re Looking For Minimum 5+ years of experience as a law clerk in real estate and corporate/commercial law Solid understanding of transactional workflows and closing processes Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, reliable work Comfortable working independently while also being a supportive team member Good communication skills and professional judgment Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment Compensation Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience, generally in the range of $60,000 - $85,000 annually, plus benefits. Final compensation will reflect the candidate’s level of experience, depth of transactional expertise, and ability to work independently in a senior role. How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience to [email protected] by September 20th, 2026. Please include “Senior Law Clerk – Corporate, Commercial & Real Estate Law” in the subject line of your email. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
What you’ll do
Lead and manage commercial corporate, financing, and real estate transactions from initiation through post-closing. This includes drafting legal documents, coordinating with lenders and brokers, and maintaining accurate electronic and physical file systems.
Requirements
Requires a minimum of 5+ years of experience as a law clerk specializing in real estate and corporate/commercial law. Candidates must demonstrate strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and professional judgment in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
• Benefits
Listed skills
- Time managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Real Estate Law
- Corporate Law
- Commercial Law
- Legal Drafting
- Transaction Management
- Closing Coordination
- File Management
- Docketing
- Billing
- Client Communication
- Legal Research
- Time Management
Job areas
- Legal
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Apply by
- Feb 17, 2027
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available