McHugh Ionico Boer LLP is currently seeking a Wills and Estates Law Clerk. We are open to either a part-time or full-time position. If you are looking to join an established and growing firm, assist a strong team of professionals, and come with direct estate planning and estate administration experience, we are eager to hear from you!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicating respectfully with clients, court staff, peers, and financial institutions
• Drafting of wills, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents based on lawyer instructions and firm precedents
• Conducting searches as required
• File management in accordance with firm’s practices
• Preparation of notarial documents

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a Wills and Estates Law Clerk role
• Legal administration/law clerk diploma and/or Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certificate (or equivalent)
• Proficiency in the following software: MS Word, Outlook, ActionStep (Soluno), Teraview, DropboxSign, Microsoft Teams, and Kofax (PDF) is preferred.

ASSETS

• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong aptitude to understand files
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal oversight
• Great team player – robust focus on collegiality
• Strong communication skills

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS & COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will be an organized self-starter with meaningful experience in wills and estates law, including preparing wills, powers of attorney, and estate administration documentation, that is well-suited to join a dynamic team of skilled assistants, clerks and lawyers.

Along with establishing an inclusive and positive work environment, this position offers a competitive compensation package. For full time applicants, we offer the ability to join the group benefits and pension plan for the successful applicant. If this role describes your skill set and interest, please submit your resume!

We are committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations if needed. We will consult with you and create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience.

Interested applicants are to send their resume to kelly@miblaw.ca with the subject ‘Wills and Estates Clerk’.