Current Opportunities 

Law Clerks

  • Commercial Lending Law Clerk (Downtown Office)

    We are currently seeking an experienced Commercial Lending Law Clerk to join our Downtown office. The successful candidate will provide essential support in commercial lending matters. We are looking for a dedicated professional with a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of lending procedures, and at least three years of experience in a similar position

    What you will be doing:

    • Draft and review loan documentation, including loan agreements, security documents, and related legal documents.
    • Conduct due diligence checks such as property searches on the Teraview platform, corporate, PPSA, bankruptcy, and writ searches, and prepare reports on findings.
    • Manage loan closing processes, coordinating with all parties involved to ensure compliance with terms and timely disbursement of funds.
    • Register and manage PPSA liens, ensuring that all lender security interests are perfected.
    • Liaise with borrowers' lawyers, reviewing and completing necessary documentation such as mortgages, discharges, and notices.
    • Prepare and submit final lender reports and handle post-closing tasks, including the release of security interests and amendments to loan agreements.
    • Maintain positive client relationships, addressing client instructions, requests, and expectations promptly.

    Qualifications

    • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Commercial Lending or Banking Law Clerk role.
    • Law Clerk diploma from an accredited college or completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certification.
    • Proficiency in Teraview.
    • Knowledge of relevant legislation, including PPSA, OBCA, CBCA, and others pertinent to banking practice.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a keen attention to detail.
    • Excellent organizational skills.
    • Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with the ability to take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel/Outlook/Word).


    If you are interested in applying, please send your resume to: careers@LN.law

  • Corporate Law Clerk (Downtown Office)

    We are currently seeking an experienced Corporate Law Clerk to join our Downtown office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work one-on-one with a senior lawyer in a busy franchise and corporate law practice. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with at least five years of experience in a similar role.

    What you will be doing:

    • Preparing documents for the purchase and sale of businesses (asset or shares).    
    • Preparing supporting documents for transactions including various corporate resolutions.
    • Preparing documents for the filing of articles of incorporation (online), business style registrations, articles of amendment, articles of dissolution, and corporate documentation in support of the foregoing, including drafting share provisions.
    • Conducting in-depth due diligence of corporate records and providing detailed report including recommendation for rectification of deficiencies.
    • Managing minute books.
    • Preparing and coordinating the delivery of franchise disclosure documents.
    • Preparing and coordinating documents for execution by prospective franchisees.
    • General office and administrative duties related to the foregoing.   

    Qualifications:

    • A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a law clerk, with a focus on corporate law. Experience with franchise law is an asset.
    • Completion of a post-secondary law clerk program or equivalent education.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a keen attention to detail.
    • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, external counsel, and colleagues.
    • Excellent organizational skills.
    • Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with the ability to take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), Adobe, and document management systems, preferably NetDocs.

    If you are interested in applying, please email your resume to careers@LN.Law

  • Real Estate Law Clerk (Downtown Office)

    We are currently seeking a Real Estate Law Clerk to join our Downtown Office. This role presents a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to be a part of a growing and dynamic team, while assisting our lawyers and ensuring the smooth operation of their practice. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and will have at least three years of experience in a similar role.

    Responsibilities:

    • Assisting with title searches, writ searches, registering and preparing deeds, requisitions, charges and discharge.
    • Preparing transaction documents, including closing/security documents and Teraview registrations.
    • Address and respond to title requisition letters.
    • Perform title and off-title searches, preparing concise summaries of findings.
    • Act as a liaison between lawyers and internal/external parties, facilitating effective communication on file progression and related matters.
    • Perform administrative functions related to the practice of law including, file opening and closure, docket entries, client list updates, billing coordination, expense processing, and invoice payments in accordance with firm accounting policies.

    Qualifications:

    • Law Clerk diploma from an accredited college or completion of the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certification is considered an asset.
    • 3-5 years of experience in real estate law.
    • Proficient in using Teraview.
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including attention to spelling and grammar.
    • Knowledge of procedures, rules, and regulations as they apply to real property law is considered an asset.
    • Ability to carry out responsibilities with minimal direction/supervision.
    • Thorough attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
    • Upholds a high level of professionalism and maintains confidentiality in all matters.
    • Ability to manage the practice of multiple lawyers.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.

     

    If you are interested in applying, please send your resume to: careers@LN.law

Lawyers

  • Wills & Estates Planning Associate

    Location: Downtown office or our head office. Candidates must be able to commute to both locations.

    3-5 years of experience

    Loopstra Nixon is seeking an intermediate associate to join our busy Wills & Estates practice group.

    The right candidate will have a strong academic background, an aptitude to work independently while collaborating with other team members and an interest in the wills & estates practice area. Our firm offers an opportunity for independent carriage of files as your experience develops and top tier clients. You will have the support and mentorship of a well established team.

    Loopstra Nixon offers a compensation package competitive with Toronto’s large firms.

    Please send your cover letter and resume in confidence to: careers@LN.Law