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About the Role

Aird & Berlis LLP is seeking a Corporate Law Clerk with in-depth knowledge of Corporate law, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities to join their Corporate Services department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file articles and corporate documentation relating to simple/complex incorporations, organizations, amendments, continuances to/from other jurisdictions, short and long form amalgamations, dissolutions under the governed by the Business Corporations Act (Ontario), Canada Business Corporations Act, Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act and the Corporations Act (Ontario)
• Prepare simple and complex closing documents, namely resolutions approving share and asset sale transactions, officer certificates, directions and assist lawyers with post closing matters, as may be required
• Prepare routine minute book documentation (i.e. annual meeting materials, changes in directors/officers/registered office, dividends, share provisions, etc.) and make necessary filings
• Compose and file business name, partnership and limited partnership registrations as required by provincial legislation
• Prepare and file extra-provincial and territorial registrations, amendments and annual returns on behalf of corporations, partnerships and limited partnerships as required by the various provinces and territories
• Prepare and file annual returns, initial returns and notices as required by the Corporations Information Act (Ontario) and Canada Business Corporations Act
• Review, analyze and summarize basic/complex minute books and corporate records and recommend a course of action to rectify any deficiencies and draft necessary remedial documentation
• Obtain Certificates of Status/Compliance
• Accountable for all work assigned
• Take initiative
• Maintain confidentiality

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Corporate Law Clerk
• Completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certification
• Membership in good standing with Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours when required and/or necessary
• Conditional upon a criminal background check

Skills

• Thorough knowledge, understanding and ability to apply working knowledge of the relevant corporate statutes
• Microsoft 365 Suite of Applications, MinuteBox, CorpLink, eCore and Adobe Acrobat
• Willingness to accept additional responsibilities as required
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to problem solve
• Good judgment and decision making skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Detailed

Location

• Toronto
• Vancouver

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Minimum 5 years of experience

Education Level

• Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certification

Salary/Compensations

• $90,000 - $115,000 annually

Benefits

• Opportunities for growth and on the job training and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Mentor program
• Wellness programs

About the Company

• Aird & Berlis LLP is a prominent Canadian business law firm located in the heart of Toronto’s and Vancouver’s financial districts.
• With over 250 lawyers, business advisors and patent agents, we serve clients across Canada and globally.
• The firm is committed to ensuring that all members of the Aird & Berlis LLP community feel valued, respected and supported.
• We are a dedicated group of diverse individuals who care about each other, the work we produce and the client service we provide.
• We go to great lengths to foster a professional, supportive environment for all firm members so you can focus on the important things: client service, your career and your life.
• We pride ourselves on being a mid-sized firm with a family feel.
• Active involvement in our community with opportunities to volunteer.

Equal Opportunity

• Aird & Berlis LLP is committed to providing equal access to employment.
• If you require accommodation, please contact ckelly@airdberlis.com and we will work with you to provide accessibility support.