16 hours ago
Key requirements
6+ years corporate law clerk experience in a large law firm environment Diploma in Law Clerk studies from an accredited Ontario college or completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario certification Experience working with a corporate database Professionalism with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels
The role
Bennett Jones is seeking a Corporate Law Clerk with 6+ years of experience to join their M&A practice group in Toronto. This role offers the opportunity to support complex corporate transactions and work within a leading Canadian business law firm.
What you'll do
- Determine and draft various corporate legal documents, including closing agendas, agreements, and ancillary documents related to complex transactions such as corporate and tax-driven reorganizations, share and asset transactions, acquisitions, mergers, amalgamations, plans of arrangement, amendments, dissolutions, and continuations
- Review and/or draft multiple class share provisions
- Conduct complex minute book reviews and prepare minute book review memos and documents to correct minute book deficiencies
- Assist with the preparation of annual maintenance documents, including ISC/transparency register filings for Ontario, federal, and extra-provincial entities
- Provide advanced support to lawyers in connection with strategic planning and review for large corporate transactions
- Complete required provincial and federal corporate filings
- Draft documents relating to federal and provincial not-for-profit corporations
- Communicate directly with clients at the direction of lawyers and independently manage files
- Act as a resource to other clerks and students on complex corporate matters
- Share knowledge and best practices across the corporate team
- Provide internal CLE (continuing legal education) on general corporate matters
What we're looking for
6+ years corporate law clerk experience in a large law firm environment
Diploma in Law Clerk studies from an accredited Ontario college or completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario certification
Experience working with a corporate database
Professionalism with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Ability to exercise independent judgment while being a strong team player
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Benefits
Hybrid working — 3 days in office
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