Wills and Estates Law Clerk
Ottawa, ON
Reference # AC – 6939
Our client, a dynamic downtown Ottawa law firm is currently seeking a Wills and Estates Law Clerk to join their team.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary (70%):
• Preparing and drafting documentation relating to wills and estate administration including wills, powers of attorney, living will directives, affidavits, court and government forms, releases and indemnities;
• Reviewing documents related to estates and estate administration including financial documents;
• Managing ongoing estate administration matters including all manners of searches, filings and registrations;
• Corresponding professionally with clients and other external stakeholders such as lawyers, accountants or government employees; and
• Attending to general estates work when required.
Ancillary (30%):
• Handling administrative duties such as lawyer email and calendars, coordinating meetings, conflict searches, processing incoming and outgoing correspondence, printing, scanning and copying as required;
• Processing dockets, billing and accounts receivable;
• Organizing client files or parts of files using the document management system; and
• Attending to other duties as required.
YOUR REQUIREMENTS:
• Completion of a law clerk program or diploma; AND/OR
• One to three years’ work experience, including internship or coop placement, as a Law Clerk or Paralegal in the specialized area of wills and estates law;
• Exposure to Estate Litigation is an asset;
• Very strong technical skills using: Various applicable industry tools, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Document Management software, PC Law and/or GhostPractice, Estateably, docketing, billings;
• Ability to work closely, and in collaboration with lawyers, other clerks, and staff;
• Able to work and reason independently on client files;
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact directly, sensitively, and diplomatically with counsel and other legal professionals outside of the firm, as well as with our clients; and
• Superior organization and attention to detail to effectively manage accurate files.
Salary range: $48,000 to $60,000 commensurate with experience.
This listing is for a current, existing vacancy.
To express interest in this opportunity, please click on the "Apply Now" button below.
For more information, please contact Adam Creaghan, Partner at acreaghan@kbrs.ca or 647-336-1416 or Muna Dhere, Recruitment Specialist at mdhere@kbrs.ca or 647-480-1718 If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Muna Dhere know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice, we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
Ottawa, ON
Reference # AC – 6939
Our client, a dynamic downtown Ottawa law firm is currently seeking a Wills and Estates Law Clerk to join their team.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary (70%):
• Preparing and drafting documentation relating to wills and estate administration including wills, powers of attorney, living will directives, affidavits, court and government forms, releases and indemnities;
• Reviewing documents related to estates and estate administration including financial documents;
• Managing ongoing estate administration matters including all manners of searches, filings and registrations;
• Corresponding professionally with clients and other external stakeholders such as lawyers, accountants or government employees; and
• Attending to general estates work when required.
Ancillary (30%):
• Handling administrative duties such as lawyer email and calendars, coordinating meetings, conflict searches, processing incoming and outgoing correspondence, printing, scanning and copying as required;
• Processing dockets, billing and accounts receivable;
• Organizing client files or parts of files using the document management system; and
• Attending to other duties as required.
YOUR REQUIREMENTS:
• Completion of a law clerk program or diploma; AND/OR
• One to three years’ work experience, including internship or coop placement, as a Law Clerk or Paralegal in the specialized area of wills and estates law;
• Exposure to Estate Litigation is an asset;
• Very strong technical skills using: Various applicable industry tools, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Document Management software, PC Law and/or GhostPractice, Estateably, docketing, billings;
• Ability to work closely, and in collaboration with lawyers, other clerks, and staff;
• Able to work and reason independently on client files;
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact directly, sensitively, and diplomatically with counsel and other legal professionals outside of the firm, as well as with our clients; and
• Superior organization and attention to detail to effectively manage accurate files.
Salary range: $48,000 to $60,000 commensurate with experience.
This listing is for a current, existing vacancy.
To express interest in this opportunity, please click on the "Apply Now" button below.
For more information, please contact Adam Creaghan, Partner at acreaghan@kbrs.ca or 647-336-1416 or Muna Dhere, Recruitment Specialist at mdhere@kbrs.ca or 647-480-1718 If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Muna Dhere know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice, we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
