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Carta

Senior Funds Lawyer

Toronto, ON · On-site

Working alongside paralegals and senior lawyers, you'll own day-to-day client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for complex multi-party transfer workflows. This team operates at ...

Immiland Canada Inc.

Immigration Lawyer

Toronto, ON · On-site

We are currently seeking a passionate and highly qualified Immigration Lawyer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be a member in good standing of a Canadian bar association with a ...

Vialto Partners

US Immigration Lawyer - Manager

Toronto, ON · On-site +1

CA$131K - CA$166K/yr

S.-licensed lawyers and business immigration professionals in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, supported by Vialto Partners-the world's first tech-enabled, people-first global mobility company.

Caravel Law LLP

Funds Lawyer

Toronto, ON · On-site

What our firm does have is a team of highly experienced and skilled lawyers with the most in-house/in-company experience in the country, offering first-class business legal counsel either on-site or ...

Vialto Partners

US Business Immigration Lawyer

Toronto, ON · On-site +1

CA$82K - CA$142K/yr

S lawyers and business immigration analysts in a dynamic, high-volume environment, supported by Vialto Partners-the first tech-enabled, people-first global mobility company. Together, we focus on ...

Caravel Law LLP

Construction Lawyer

Toronto, ON · On-site

Caravel Law is Canada's leading alternative legal services firm with over 100 lawyers nationwide, with the most in-house/in-company experience in the country, offering first-class business legal ...

Caravel Law LLP

Investment Funds Lawyer

Toronto, ON · On-site

What our firm does have is a team of highly experienced and skilled lawyers with the most in-house/in-company experience in the country, offering first-class business legal counsel either on-site or ...

Caravel Law LLP

Start-Up Lawyer

Toronto, ON · On-site

Our lawyers provide smart, practical legal advice to clients of all sizes and across a wide range of industries, including early-stage and growth companies. To support that work, Caravel is currently ...

Nasdaq

Commercial Lawyer

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

As a Commercial Lawyer supporting Nasdaq Verafin and Nasdaq's other Financial Technology businesses, you will play a key role in managing legal risk while enabling commercial success. You will ...

Welltower

Associate, Investments

Toronto, ON

WELLTOWER - REIMAGINE REAL ESTATE WITH US Welltower, now the world's largest real estate company by market capitalization, is continuing to grow at an exciting pace! At Welltower, we're transforming ...

Immiland Canada Inc.

Junior Lawyer

Toronto, ON · On-site

We are seeking a passionate and highly qualified Junior Lawyer to join our firm. The ideal candidate must be admitted to the bar of any Canadian province and should have up to 2/3 years of experience ...

YO AI Labs

Lawyer - Remote

Toronto, ON · Remote

$140 - $350/hr

Lawyer Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote - United States Job Overview We are seeking experienced US-based Lawyers to contribute their legal expertise to an innovative AI-focused project. The role ...

KPMG

PR Lawyer, Canadian Immigration

Toronto, ON · On-site

As an integrated, multidisciplinary firm, our lawyers work closely with tax, advisory, and other ... The Opportunity KPMG's Immigration Law practice is looking for an Immigration Associate (Permanent ...

YO AI Labs

Criminal Lawyer - Remote

Toronto, ON · Remote

$140 - $400/hr

Criminal Lawyer Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote (United States Only) Job Overview We are seeking experienced Criminal Lawyers to contribute their legal expertise to an innovative project ...

Desjardins Group

Senior Legal Counsel

Aurora, ON · On-site +1

This role is intended for an experienced trial lawyer who can assume carriage of complex files, develop and execute litigation strategy, and independently conduct trials, arbitrations, motions ...

Desjardins Group

Senior Legal Counsel

Mississauga, ON · On-site +1

This role is intended for an experienced trial lawyer who can assume carriage of complex files, develop and execute litigation strategy, and independently conduct trials, arbitrations, motions ...

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What is a weekend associate attorney?

A Weekend Associate Attorney is a licensed lawyer who works primarily on weekends, often to support law firms or legal departments that require additional assistance outside traditional weekday hours. These attorneys may handle tasks such as legal research, drafting documents, case preparation, or client consultations. Weekend Associate Attorneys are commonly employed by firms that deal with urgent cases, high workloads, or clients who are only available during weekends. This position offers flexibility for both the attorney and the employer, and can be beneficial for those balancing other commitments during the week.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend associate attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Associate Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, a valid state bar license, and strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as document management systems, is typically required. Excellent time management, communication, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure that critical legal tasks are handled efficiently and accurately, even outside standard business hours, supporting client needs and firm objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by weekend associate attorneys, and how can I prepare for them?

Weekend Associate Attorneys often manage tight deadlines and a higher volume of urgent client matters since they support cases that require immediate attention outside standard business hours. Balancing workload and maintaining communication with colleagues who work weekdays can also be challenging. To succeed, it's helpful to develop strong organizational skills, be proactive in updating case files, and ensure clear, timely communication with the broader legal team. Familiarity with remote work tools and time management strategies will also help you excel in this unique schedule.

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Senior Funds Lawyer

Toronto, ON • On-site

Carta
Internet and IT • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Cartaexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage the end-to-end transfer process for limited partner interests, ensuring documentation is accurate and timely.

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and counterparties, coordinating KYC/AML, transfer documentation, signing, and post-closing actions.

  • Supervise and mentor paralegals and junior lawyers, and build trusted client relationships.

Job description

The Team You'll Work With

You'll be joining our Funds team, specifically within the LP Transfers function.

Our LP Transfers team manages the end-to-end transfer process for limited partner interests across multiple client accounts each quarter. Working alongside paralegals and senior lawyers, you'll own day-to-day client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for complex multi-party transfer workflows. This team operates at the cutting edge of legal delivery, using AI-backed tools to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes for some of the world's most sophisticated asset managers and investment funds.

The Problems You'll Solve

At Carta, our employees set out on a mission to unlock the power of equity ownership for more people in more places. We believe that the problems we solve today unlock the opportunities of tomorrow. As a Funds Delivery Lawyer - LP Transfers, you'll work to:

  • Supervise and mentor paralegals through complex LP transfer processes, ensuring documentation is accurate, timely, and aligned with client playbooks and SLAs
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and counterparties, coordinating KYC/AML, transfer documentation, signing, and post-closing actions
  • Own and evolve client playbooks and negotiation parameters, escalating material issues to the Legal Director while maintaining deal momentum
  • Build and deepen trusted client relationships, positioning Carta as the go-to partner for LP transfer work
  • Support business development by contributing to new client pitches alongside the Growth team
  • Partner with the technology team to continuously improve AI-driven legal delivery tools and workflows
About You

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Experienced in funds law. You have a strong background in LP transfers, closed-ended funds, or private markets work and can independently manage complex transfer processes.
  • Client-focused and commercially minded. You build strong relationships with sophisticated asset manager and investment fund clients and know how to communicate clearly under pressure.
  • A natural leader and mentor. You have experience supervising and developing junior lawyers and paralegals, and can manage team performance across multiple simultaneous workflows.
  • Detail-driven and execution-focused. You thrive on getting deals done - you prioritise effectively, handle competing deadlines, and do not lose momentum.
  • Tech-savvy. You are comfortable working with AI-backed legal tools and are curious about the role of technology in modern legal delivery.
  • Licensed to practice. You are qualified in England & Wales or a comparable jurisdiction. 5+ years of relevant experience recommended.

At Carta, you're not just an employee. You're a builder who is creating  infrastructure that accelerates innovation and empowers more ownership. Cartans are helpful, relentless, unconventional and kind; representing Carta's Identity Traits. They work collaboratively and cross functionally  to challenge the status quo; working towards a common goal of creating more owners in the private markets. 

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