corporate law clerk

Posted on August 31, 2026 by Employer details Smith Legal Search

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A well-established, full-service mid size law firm in the western GTA is seeking an experienced Corporate Law Clerk. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a mix of sophisticated and routine corporate matters, working both independently and alongside seasoned lawyers across a broad range of transactions and filings. Responsibilities * Prepare and file corporate documents for both straightforward and complex transactions, including incorporations, amendments, continuances, amalgamations, and dissolutions across federal and provincial statutes * Handle provincial and federal filings through the relevant registries and platforms * Keep corporate records current, including annual returns, extra-provincial registrations, and related renewals and amendments * Administer business name, general partnership, and limited partnership registrations * Carry out corporate record reviews and due diligence, and prepare rectification materials where gaps are identified * Draft transaction documentation for mergers, acquisitions, financings, share and asset sales, and reorganizations * Build corporate structure charts, closing agendas, and reporting letters * Maintain minute books and draft resolutions covering dividends, redemptions, and changes to directors, officers, or registered offices * Work directly with lawyers and clients to scope out required documentation, searches, and filing steps for each matter * Provide mentorship to junior clerks and support students and associates as they develop Qualifications * At least 5 years of corporate law clerk experience within a law firm * ILCO certification and current membership in good standing * Solid working knowledge of the federal and provincial statutes governing corporate matters * Familiarity with corporate management software * Clear, confident communication with clients and colleagues at every level * Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a sharp eye for detail * Comfortable working independently while still collaborating as part of a team * Adaptable to changing priorities, with occasional availability outside standard hours Pay: $70,000.00-$85,000.00 per year Benefits: * Dental care * Disability insurance * Extended health care * Life insurance * Tuition reimbursement * Vision care * Wellness program * Work from home Work Location: Hybrid remote in Greater Toronto Area, ON