Corporate Law Clerk - Permanent - 18919

About The Opportunity Our client is an Ottawa law firm located outside the downtown core. They are looking for a dedicated and experienced Corporate Law Clerk to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. Duties include but are not limited to: Minute Book administration, including preparation of Minute Book review reports and rectifications, updating registers and ledgers, and maintaining and updating records with Ontario Ministry, Companies Branch and Corporations Canada Frequently communicate with clients, lawyers, and other professionals Prepare the requisite documents for incorporations, amendments, amalgamations, dissolutions, corporate reorganizations, extra-provincial registrations, notifications of new business, and Ontario business name registrations and withdrawals Assist on share or asset sale and purchase transactions, including the preparation of closing agendas and documents and assisting with completion and closing transactions General file administration File, diarize deadlines, and maintain a solid reminder system Open and close client files, prepare reports to clients, and organize closing documents Prepare various accounting documents, including but not limited to, client accounts Assist with debt and equity finance transactions Conduct corporate searches (PPSA, Writs of Execution, Bankruptcy, Bank Act and Litigation) and prepare reports to clients Prepare and file annual returns Obtain certificates of compliance/status Conduct preliminary name and NUANS searches and prepare draft communication with Corporations Canada when the corporate name is denied Docket time on substantive corporate matters, prepare accounts, and assist with accounts receivable Any other duties, as assigned About You The successful candidate will have the following: Minimum of three years of experience as a corporate/commercial law clerk Law Clerk diploma or equivalent combination of work experience and education Solid knowledge of legal procedures and statutes, including Ontario and Canada Business Corporations Acts Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both as a team and as an individual Ability to multi-task and flexibility in working with changing priorities Experience using Athennian, OnCorp and M365 Professional, tactful, and highly dependable Exceptional attention to detail, including the ability to proofread and format documents Superb time management and organizational skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to work collaboratively About The Job Salary for this position will depend on experience but is likely to range between $59,000 and $70,000/year. Benefits will be offered. LROLEG How To Apply Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to [email protected]. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 18919. LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

The role involves managing minute books, preparing corporate documents for incorporations and reorganizations, and conducting various corporate searches. Additionally, the clerk will handle general file administration, client accounting documents, and annual return filings.

Candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience as a corporate/commercial law clerk and a Law Clerk diploma or equivalent. Proficiency in Athennian, OnCorp, and M365, along with a strong knowledge of Ontario and Canada Business Corporations Acts, is required.

• Benefits will be offered

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• Minute Book Administration
• Corporate Reorganizations
• Incorporations
• PPSA Searches
• NUANS Searches
• Legal Proofreading
• Time Management
• Client Communication
• File Administration
• Athennian
• OnCorp
• M365
• Corporate Law Knowledge
• Organizational Skills
• Multi-tasking
• Collaborative Work

• Legal
• Administrative
• Finance & Accounting

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

6 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level