Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant

Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant

If you’re a seasoned Commercial Real Estate Legal Assistant who thrives in a dynamic, high-volume environment, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! Join a highly respected firm where you’ll play a key role supporting a busy commercial real estate team, working closely with a Senior Law Clerk and two seasoned lawyers. This is a position for someone who enjoys being at the centre of the action, managing competing priorities, and contributing to complex, sophisticated transactions. The firm offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a hybrid schedule of three days in the office, providing the perfect balance of collaboration and flexibility. If you take pride in staying organized and  keeping pace with a busy practice, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

Salary: Up to $75K (Based on Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise agreements of purchase and sale, leases, financing and closing documents;
• Manage transaction files from opening to closing, including due diligence and document organization;
• Coordinate title and off-title searches and review search results;
• Prepare closing documentation and assist with transaction closings;
• Liaise with clients, lenders, and third parties;
• Manage calendars, deadlines, and correspondence; and
• Perform general administrative duties, including scanning and electronic filing.

Qualifications

• Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma/certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution
• 3–5 years of experience in Commercial Real Estate
• Strong understanding of legal procedures, documentation, and file management within the applicable practice area
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Experience with PDF software, DocuSign, and document management systems such as iManage
• Commercial Real Estate experience with Teraview and Workshare Compare
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to exceptional client service
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Sound judgment, discretion, and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach

To apply, please forward your resume to: Zaheeda Merali Manager – Executive Search at zaheeda@cartelinc.com

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