Law Clerk– Commercial Real Estate at Borden Ladner Gervais (BLG)

The role

Borden Ladner Gervais (BLG) is seeking a Law Clerk with over 7 years of experience to join their Commercial Real Estate practice group in Ottawa. This role will support the team in managing and executing commercial real estate transactions.

What you'll do

Play a critical role in assisting our lawyers with commercial real estate transactions
Be responsible for conducting, reviewing, and reporting on title and off-title searches and other real estate related due diligence
Interact with the land registry office and problem-solve procedural matters in real-time to facilitate and address unique title issues
Manage and organize portfolio transactions and liaise with multiple key stakeholders in relation to ongoing matters
Draft key documentation including requisitions, closing documents, transaction books and final reports
Participate in the closing, purchase sale and financing transactions
Be responsible for matter management and data management, including scoping and budgeting
Collaborate and contribute as an important member of the team, and provide unwavering commitment to excellent client service

What we're looking for

7+ years of experience in a Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk role preferred

Knowledge of Registry, Land Titles and Polaris systems of title searching and registration, in both paper-based and electronic land registration systems

Experience with electronic database filings

Community College Law Clerk Diploma or Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certificate (or equivalent)

Strong computer and electronic document skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

Professional demeanor and strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Ability to process a high volume of documentation with excellent attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills and a team player

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

A strong work ethic and commitment to excellence

Strong comparable experience· nice to have

Bilingual (French) reading and writing abilities· nice to have

Benefits

A hybrid working environment with technology reimbursements to support digital working

Certification in Legal Project Management (LPM)

Access to our market leading mentoring program

A talent development framework that helps you develop your desired career path, including access to training and continued education opportunities

Exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs

A competitive compensation and benefits package

Access to wellness platforms and programs

A day off to volunteer in your community

Law Clerk– Commercial Real Estate

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