Position Overview:

Located in downtown Toronto, Garfinkle Biderman LLP is a cohesive, efficient, and forward-thinking law firm, powered by a team of lawyers specializing in a wide range of practice areas.

We are currently seeking a Real Estate Law Clerk (Residential/Commercial/Development) who is organized, detail-oriented and demonstrates strong communication skills as well as professionalism to join our team.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals and gain direct experience in a dynamic and challenging legal environment.

Responsibilities include, among others:

• Conducting on/off title searches.
• Directly communicating with clients and facilitating the financing of projects.
• Working with purchasers, vendors, borrowers and lenders.
• Handling a variety of purchases, sales and mortgage files from inception to completion.
• Prepare and review deeds, affidavits and agreements of purchase and sale.
• Organize and coordinate files and closings.
• Conduct title search and registrations of documentation in Teraview and Conveyancer.
• Draft transaction documents, send requisition letters and conduct title searches for residential and commercial purchases, sales and mortgage transactions.
• Experience with Land Titles Applications (LTA) and historical title searching is an asset.
• Perform ancillary duties, including administrative tasks, as requested from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-3 years experience as a real estate clerk within a law firm.
• Completion of a Law Clerk Diploma is preferred.
• Proficiency in MSOffice, Teraview and Conveyancer.
• Ability to work independently with strong follow up skills.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills
• Ability to multi-task.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills and time management skills.
• Self-starter, motivated and hardworking.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, integrity, and client service.

Why Join Us:

• Exposure to a diverse range of real estate transactions and clients.
• Exposure to a wide range of responsibilities on a file.
• Competitive compensation package and benefits.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and compensation expectations to careers@garfinkle.com and indicate “Real Estate Law Clerk” in the subject line of your email.

Garfinkle Biderman LLP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.