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Mazzeo Law

Family Law Clerk

Woodbridge, ON · On-site

... associates Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, written, and listening); Able to ... We offer three (3) weeks' vacation (pro-rated to start date) in your first year of employment, and ...

Mazzeo Law

Real Estate Law Clerk

Woodbridge, ON · On-site

Real Estate Law Clerk Mazzeo Law is a boutique law firm located in Vaughan, ON, voted Top Choice ... We offer three (3) weeks vacation (pro-rated to start date) in your first year of employment, and ...

Linds & Associates

Law Clerk - Real Estate

Toronto, ON · On-site

Law Clerk - Subdivision Development Toronto, ON Our client, a highly regarded and well established ... If you have 1 year of experience in residential real estate purchase, sales, mortgage & refi's and ...

Linds & Associates

Condominium Law Clerk

Vaughan, ON · On-site

A diploma in a related Legal Administration and/or Law Clerk program Minimum of 1 year of condominium law experience Proficiency with Word, WordPerfect, Excel, Conveyancer, PC Law and Teraview ...

Linds & Associates

Condominium Law Clerk

Vaughan, ON · On-site

A diploma in a related Legal Administration and/or Law Clerk program Minimum of 1 year of condominium law experience Proficiency with Word, WordPerfect, Excel, Conveyancer, PC Law and Teraview ...

KPMG

Associate, Tax Law M&A

Toronto, ON

... Associate Lawyers to join our team in our Toronto office. Our Business Law group provides legal ... It's one of the many ways we're delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven ...

JFK Law

Summer student 2027 - Toronto

Toronto, ON · On-site

This role will assist the firm's Associates to represent our First Nations clients in litigation ... Completion of 2nd year of law school before the position starts. * Excellent analytical ...

Tremco CPG Inc.

Sales Associate

Woodbridge, ON · On-site

CA$60K - CA$65K/yr

Anticipated to start September 1st, the Sales Associates or Field Technical Associates will learn ... Following the two-year program, graduates will be promoted and assigned their own territory ...

Tremco Construction

Sales Associate

Woodbridge, ON · On-site

CA$60K - CA$65K/yr

Anticipated to start September 1st, the Sales Associates or Field Technical Associates will learn ... Following the two-year program, graduates will be promoted and assigned their own territory ...

Bmo

Associate, Corporate Actions

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

CA$56K - CA$103K/yr

Customer Shared Services Corporate Actions Associate Location: Toronto, Ontario Mandate The ... first year in this position. BMO Financial Group's total compensation package will vary based on ...

Dufry

FIRST COOK

Mississauga, ON · On-site

Requires food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards Requires a minimum of 3 year of ... law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws ...

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What is a first year law associate?

A First Year Law Associate is an entry-level attorney who has recently graduated from law school and passed the bar exam. They typically work at law firms, assisting senior attorneys with legal research, drafting documents, attending meetings, and supporting case preparation. First Year Associates are often assigned to a specific practice area, such as litigation or corporate law, and spend their first year learning firm procedures and developing practical legal skills. This role is foundational for building a legal career, offering mentorship and hands-on experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a first year law associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a First Year Law Associate, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, a state bar license, and strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Familiarity with legal research platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis, document management systems, and citation tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, time management, and attention to detail help associates work effectively with supervising attorneys and clients. These skills and qualities are essential for producing high-quality work, meeting deadlines, and building a strong foundation for a successful legal career.

What are some common challenges faced by first year law associates, and how can they overcome them?

First year law associates often face challenges like managing heavy workloads, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to the fast-paced environment of a law firm. Balancing multiple assignments from different partners and learning the firm's expectations can feel overwhelming at first. To overcome these challenges, it's crucial to communicate proactively with supervisors, seek feedback, and prioritize tasks effectively. Building strong organizational habits and taking advantage of mentorship opportunities can also help associates adjust and thrive in their new roles.

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Law Clerk - Corporate

Linds & Associates

Toronto, ON • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Job Description Corporate Securities Law Clerk In-House Opportunity Hybrid work arrangement available. A generous compensation package is offered. Our dynamic client, a public corporation, is growing.

They are looking for a 3-5 year Law Clerk to join its team. In this role you will be an integral part of the legal team dealing with corporate, securities and corporate governance matters. Duties & Responsibilities: Managing corporate records, including maintenance of minute books and the corporate entity database Preparing documents for formation and dissolution of entities Filing annual returns filings in Canada and U.S

and drafting minutes/resolutions Preparing organizational resolutions, bylaws, LLC operating agreements and other constating documents Lead responses to know your customer ("KYC") requests from financial institutions, including preparing AML certifications/letters Assist with bank account openings Performing various corporate searches and corporate on-line registrations Liaise with internal legal counsel and outside counsel and other internal functional groups Preparing officer certificates and notarial certificates Maintaining entity lists and organizational structure charts and co-ordinating quarterly with various business groups and operating companies for updates Manage Diligent entities database and CSC portal Preparing and completing Canadian securities regulatory filings for public companies on SEDAR, EDGAR and TSX, including with respect to Insider Reporting obligations Drafting and/or reviewing legal documents and resolutions and assisting with diligence to support acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and corporate and restructuring matters Requirements: Diploma from a recognized Ontario Law Clerk program certified with The Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (or qualifying legal experience with an outstanding performance record) 3-5 years of experience as a corporate law clerk. Experience in a law firm or in-house legal department of large public company an asset Comfortable with SEDI, SEDAR, EDGAR and TSX filings Familiar with various Canadian and provincial corporate registry on-line and paper filings and searches and U.S. Secretary of State business entity searches and filings Exceptional attention to detail Professionalism and ability to take accountability for providing timely and accurate responses to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders Able to work well under pressure, to manage multiple tasks and take ownership in supporting the team Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a group alongside all levels and departments of the organization Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, iManage and corporate legal records software/database Interested candidates should apply

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Linds & Associates Ltd.

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