Position: Corporate Law Clerk

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Company: SKS Law LLP

SKS Law LLP is seeking an experienced Corporate Law Clerk to join the team. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive professional who enjoys working closely with lawyers on complex corporate matters and transactional files.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and will play an integral role in supporting corporate transactions, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring filings and documentation are completed accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Transactions & Document Preparation

• Prepare and assist with a variety of corporate legal documents, including:
  • Articles of incorporation, amendments, and related filings
  • Corporate resolutions
  • Shareholder agreements
  • Share purchase and asset purchase agreements
  • Annual returns and corporate filings
• Support lawyers on corporate reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions, and other transactional matters.
• Assist with due diligence reviews and corporate research.

Corporate Records & Filings

• Manage and maintain corporate records, minute books, and databases.
• Prepare and file corporate documents with applicable government authorities.
• Ensure corporate records remain accurate, organized, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Track deadlines and proactively manage upcoming filing requirements.

Client & Team Support

• Communicate professionally with clients to obtain required information and provide updates.
• Work closely with lawyers and other team members to support corporate matters from start to finish.
• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Corporate Law Clerk within a law firm or corporate legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law procedures, governance requirements, and transactional documentation.
• Experience preparing corporate documents and managing corporate filings.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with lawyers and colleagues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in English is required; French is considered an asset.
• Diploma or degree from a recognized Legal Assistant/Law Clerk program in Ontario, or equivalent legal training and experience.

What You Bring

• Ability to work confidently in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift.
• Strong ownership of assigned files and the ability to anticipate next steps.
• Confidence identifying issues, asking questions, and providing solutions.
• A proactive approach with a strong understanding of timelines and client service.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary of $65,000–$80,000, based on experience.
• Health and dental benefits package.
• Opportunity to support complex corporate and commercial transactions.
• Collaborative team environment working closely with experienced legal professionals.
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a respected Ottawa law firm.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to info@skslaw.ca. Please include ‘Corporate Law Clerk Application’ in the email subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SKS Law LLP is committed to a respectful, inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

To learn more about SKS Law LLP’s lawyers and practice, please visit: https://skslaw.ca/our-team/

Position: Associate, Real Estate, Development and Commercial Leasing (2 – 5 years)

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Company: SKS Law LLP

SKS Law LLP is seeking a 2- 5 year associate to join our Ottawa office, with a focus on real estate, development, and commercial leasing. This role is ideal for a practical, business-minded lawyer who enjoys working closely with owners, developers, landlords, tenants, lenders, and other real estate clients on sophisticated transactions and advisory matters, while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage real estate and leasing matters from initial assessment through closing or completion, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, due diligence, title and off-title review, development approvals support, lease drafting and negotiation, and related transaction documents.
• Provide strategic, practical advice to clients on real estate matters, leasing, transaction structure, and closing requirements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements of purchase and sale, commercial leases, development agreements, financing documents, easements, closing documents, and other real estate related agreements.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, municipal authorities, lenders, title insurers, surveyors, and other transaction participants, as appropriate.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive, practical, and business-minded real estate and leasing service.
• Work closely with colleagues across the firm to deliver practical, coordinated advice on real estate, development, leasing, financing, corporate, and dispute-related issues.
• Collaborate with lawyers, students and legal support staff, providing guidance and support on transaction workflow, due diligence, closing processes, and leasing matters where appropriate and contributing to a collegial team environment.
• Contribute to real estate, development, and commercial leasing practice development and client growth initiatives, where appropriate.

Qualifications:

• B. or J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Minimum 2 years of real estate law experience, ideally with exposure to development work and commercial
• Demonstrated ability to manage real estate transactions, development matters, and commercial leasing files with a high degree of independence.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, transaction management, client communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client relationship skills.
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced real estate and leasing practice.
• Experience supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge, and contributing to a collaborative practice is an asset.
• Fluency in English is required; French-English bilingualism is an asset.

What We Offer:

• Compensation range: between $92,500 and $122,500, commensurate with experience, together with benefits and eligibility for a discretionary bonus.
• Meaningful file responsibility, direct client contact, and opportunities to manage sophisticated real estate, development, and commercial leasing matters.
• Collaboration with experienced real estate and business law counsel and practical support for lateral integration.
• A collegial, supportive, and collaborative team
• Opportunities for practice development, long-term growth, and leadership within a respected Ottawa real estate, development, and commercial leasing practice. Recruitment Process and Compliance Notice: This posting is for an existing vacancy. SKS Law LLP does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Third-party job boards or application platforms may, however, use artificial intelligence tools as part of their own processes.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and optional deal sheet or representative transaction list to Info@skslaw.ca. Please include “Real Estate, Development and Commercial Leasing Associate Application” in the email subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SKS Law LLP is committed to a respectful, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Note: All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

To learn more about SKS Law LLP’s lawyers and practice, please visit: https://skslaw.ca/our-team/