Lawyer

The law firm of Cass & Bishop is seeking a lawyer with real estate experience to fill a junior associate position available due to a family medical emergency. This is a permanent position. As a lawyer in our real estate department, you will be working for one of the oldest, most respected, and busiest law firms in Halton region, functioning as part of a team that is focused on helping clients and co-workers alike. As legal advisor to clients and the administrative assistants who support you, expect an often fast-paced work environment in which time-management, organization, and communication skills will be key.

Please also note that a positive attitude toward, and acceptance of, following the advice of local public health experts, regarding health and safety precautions relating to COVID-19 and other public health emergencies, including but not limited to physical distancing, masking, vaccination (if able), respiratory hygiene (e.g., handwashing, coughing/sneezing into a tissue or bend of your arm), and staying home when sick, will be required.

Reasons to apply:

• Health and safety is top priority
• Competitive salary
• Health and fitness benefits
• Incentive pay
• Work-from-home opportunities
• Up-to-date technology
• Modern office space
• Conveniently located between two highway exits
• Proximity to less expensive housing markets and greater green space
• Supportive work environment
• Culturally diverse staff (LGBTQ2S+ welcome)
• Human resource management focused on fairness and transparency
• Potential for profit share

Interviews will be conducted on Zoom.

Detailed Job Description

Daily Real Estate Tasks May Include the Following

• Communicating with potential clients to identify what they require and providing a quote
• Checking for conflicts of interest before starting a new matter
• Confirming the retainer terms with client
• Obtaining a retainer fee from clients where warranted
• Verifying the identity of clients in accordance with Law Society regulations
• Checking for deadlines such as requisitions, and making sure to confirm with assistant that completed
• Responding to correspondence from clients and other parties
• Reviewing status certificate for a condo purchase
• Reviewing new home agreement, explaining terms to client and requesting any amendments
• Preparing or reviewing the Agreement of Purchase and Sale for private transactions
• Supervising assistant with carriage of file
• Explaining title insurance options to client
• Reviewing requisition letters on purchase transactions
• Reviewing the response to requisitions on sale transactions
• Ascertaining when it is necessary for a party to have independent legal advice
• Confirming client’s spousal status and making sure any required consents are obtained
• Authorizing payments from trust account
• Completing or reviewing title search, including Planning Act analysis
• Determining which, if any, off-title searches are required and confirming with client
• Determining what is required to solve title problems and implementing same
• Reviewing the Title Acknowledgement client is to sign
• Reviewing endorsements to be selected in title insurance policy
• Accepting and reviewing mortgage instructions
• Reviewing and signing the request for funds for transactions with a mortgage
• Reviewing draft mortgages to ensure in compliance with lender instructions
• Confirming Land Transfer Tax particulars (consideration, rebate eligibility, etc.)
• Reviewing and verifying terms on Statements of Adjustment
• Meeting with clients prior to closing a transaction to explain documents
• Reviewing the Prescribed Information Statement
• Reviewing closing documents received from other side on a transaction
• Reviewing documents to be signed for completeness in Teraview
• Reviewing and signing undertakings
• Reviewing insurance binder to ensure coverage is in compliance with lender instructions
• Reviewing Tarion certificate or occupancy permit on a new build property
• Negotiating with other side regarding pre-closing issues with property (eg. damage to property)
• Making sure that unfulfilled undertakings received are followed up on
• Reviewing the report to client once a transaction is complete
• Reviewing and signing report to lender

General Tasks May Include

• Notarizing documents
• Providing independent legal advice
• Filing annual reports for Law Society and Law Pro
• Making sure that have fulfilled annual CPD requirements
• Fostering good relationships with potential referral sources like mortgage brokers and real estate agents

Wills Tasks Can Include

• Communicating with potential clients to identify what they require and providing a quote
• Checking for conflicts of interest before starting a new matter
• Confirming the retainer terms with client
• Obtaining a retainer fee from clients where warranted
• Verifying the identity of clients in accordance with Law Society regulations
• Meeting with client to receive instructions
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