Minden Gross LLP is a well-respected mid-size law firm. We are large enough to offer firm members the support,
training, and services available at larger firms while at the same time providing a warm and congenial working
environment.
We are currently looking to fill the following positions:
Corporate Law Clerk
We have an immediate opening for a Corporate Law Clerk with 2-3 years’ experience, working in our Corporate Services Department.
Position Summary
As a Law Clerk, you will be responsible for a wide variety of legal and administrative duties dealing with incorporations, dividends, changes of directors, officers and registered office addresses, and corporate filings. Other administrative tasks may be included as well. This position works 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Prepare incorporation and organization documents
- Prepare corporate documentation for the update of minute books, including resolutions and government filings
- Coordinate/prepare registration documents for partnerships and business names
- Coordinate/prepare extra-provincial registrations
Qualifications
- Bachelors or college degree required, with Law Clerk certification from a recognized program, or an acceptable combination of education and experience
- Strong knowledge of basic legal concepts, principles, and terminology
- Strong technical skills and proficient in Microsoft Office 2013, Document Management systems
- Experience in Corplink and Cyberbahn would be an asset
- Have exceptional written and communication skills; be organized and meticulous with follow-up and details; and be able to take initiative, prioritize, and multi-task
- Available for overtime as needed
If you take pride in the quality of your work, are client-service driven, and enjoy working in a fast-paced team
environment, we invite you to forward your resume, including your salary expectations to Human Resources at HumanResources@mindengross.com. Please be certain to indicate
“Corporate Law Clerk" in the subject line of your email. No phone calls
please.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Minden Gross LLP; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted.
Minden Gross LLP is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from people with
disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment
process.
Insolvency Lawyer
If you are an energetic and self-motivated individual seeking professional fulfillment, we have an opportunity for you.
Our Insolvency group is looking for an associate with 2-3 years’ of experience in commercial law, restructuring, and/or insolvency litigation or closely-related litigation such as complex commercial or financial services litigation. The successful candidate will work on a broad range of insolvency-related proceedings and workouts and advise banks, trustees, receivers, and other interested parties. Exceptional drafting and interpersonal skills, a practical approach, and a strong desire to establish, build, and expand client relationships are essential to the role.
We offer a wide range of interesting work and opportunities for advancement in an open congenial environment.
Interested candidates can submit their resume and cover letter to Patti MacDonald Maarse, Manager of Professional Talent and Development, at pmaarse@mindengross.com. Please be certain to indicate “Insolvency Lawyer" in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Minden Gross LLP; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Minden Gross LLP is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.
Intermediate Real Estate Assistant
We have an immediate opening for an Intermediate Real Estate Assistant with 5-8 years’ experience. Knowledge of
project development, financings, acquisitions, and dispositions is an asset. Real estate statutes and practices,
legal concepts and procedures, transactional experience, and broad, but thorough, knowledge of basic legal principles
is essential for this role.
Position Summary
As an Intermediate Real Estate Assistant you will be responsible for a wide variety of legal and administrative
duties within the real estate sphere supporting a Partner and two Associates in a team.
Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Maintain an efficient filing system for both electronic and hard copy files
- Prepare routine documents and letters regarding real estate matters/transactions
- Organize/collect material for commercial real estate deals and summarize this information, as needed
- Perform full clerical, administrative, and general office duties, including opening and closing files,
entering dockets, preparing proformas, account letters, and invoices
- Compose, transcribe, format, and proofread all documentation for grammar, spelling, and content accuracy
- Assist with general practice management, including coordinating meetings, managing calendars, and making
travel arrangements
- Handle all related accounting procedures and any other administrative tasks, as required
Qualifications
- Completion of a recognized college Law Clerk/Legal Administration diploma
- Strong technical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office 2013, document management systems, and Elite Webview
- Experience in Teraview would be an asset
- Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills; be organized and meticulous with follow-up and details; and be able to take initiative, prioritize, and multitask
If you take pride in the quality of your work, are client-service driven, and enjoy working in a fast-paced team
environment, we invite you to forward your resume, including your salary expectations to Human Resources at HumanResources@mindengross.com. Please be certain to indicate
“Intermediate Real Estate Assistant" in the subject line of your email. No phone calls
please.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Minden Gross LLP; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted.
Minden Gross LLP is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from people with
disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment
process.
Leasing Assistant
We have an immediate opening for a Leasing Assistant with 5-8 years’ experience. Knowledge of leases and other
ancillary legal documents is required. Should possess strong MS Office skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to
multitask and meet deadlines.
Position Summary
As an Leasing Assistant, you will be responsible for a wide variety of legal and administrative duties supporting a
Partner.
Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Organize files and documents
- Prepare routine documents, letters, and leases (blacklining)
- Perform routine clerical, administrative, and general office duties
- Transcribe and type various legal documents
- Compose routine letters and memos from general instruction and dictation (digital)
- Maintain office files/records in accordance with procedures
- Handle administrative details with respect to entering dockets, opening and closing files, and billing
- Maintain a file list
Qualifications
- Completion of a recognized college-level Legal Assistant/Law Clerk Program
- 2+ years’ experience
- Strong technical skills and proficient in Microsoft Office 2013, document management systems, and Elite Webview
- Strong ability to work as part of a team, candidates are required to be excellent communicators with fundamental
problem-solving and analytical skills, be detail-oriented and well-organized, and have an exceptional commitment to
internal/external client service.
- Must be a fast-learner with the ability to foresee the next step
If you take pride in the quality of your work, are client-service driven, and enjoy working in a fast paced team
environment, we invite you to forward your resume, including your salary expectations to Human Resources, at HumanResources@mindengross.com. Please be certain to indicate
“Leasing Assistant" in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Minden Gross LLP; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted.
Minden Gross LLP is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from people with
disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment
process.
Legal Assistant Support
We have an immediate opening for Legal Assistant Support role with 1 to 2 years’ experience. Knowledge of legal concepts
and procedures, transactional experience, and broad, but thorough, knowledge of basic legal principles is essential
for this role.
Position Summary
This Legal Assistant Support role has the same duties and responsibilities of a Legal Assistant role working in any
of the practice areas, but whose focus would be to primarily assist overflow work and support during absences and
vacations.
Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Provide consistent backup support when assistants are absent, provide support to assistants who may be managing
multiple tasks and/or difficult deadlines, and work proactively as a positive and productive member of the team
- Prepare, edit, format, print, scan, and revise correspondence, documents, reports, forms, labels, and other
printed material through dictation, copy typing or other instructions
- Organize/collect material for commercial and residential real estate deals and summarize this information, as
needed
- Perform full clerical, administrative, and general office duties, including opening and closing files,
entering dockets, and preparing proformas, account letters and invoices
- Compose, transcribe, format, and proofread all documentation for grammar, spelling, and content accuracy
- Handle all related accounting procedures and any other administrative tasks as required
Qualifications
- Completion of a recognized college Law Clerk/Legal Administration diploma or in the process of completion
- Strong technical skills and proficient in Microsoft Office 2013, document management systems, and Elite Webview
- Experience in Teraview would be an asset
- Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills; be organized and meticulous with follow-up and details; and be able to take initiative, prioritize, and multitask
If you take pride in the quality of your work, are client-service driven, and enjoy working in a fast paced team
environment, we invite you to forward your resume, including your salary expectations to Human Resources, at HumanResources@mindengross.com. Please be certain to indicate
“Legal Assistant Support" in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Minden Gross LLP; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted.
Minden Gross LLP is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from people with
disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment
process.
Securities Lawyer
If you are an energetic and self-motivated lawyer, our Securities and Capital Markets Group is expanding and looking
to add a securities lawyer at 4+ years of call with experience in public and private offerings, RTOs, IPOs, public
M&A, and continuous disclosure rules.
The successful candidate will have experience in sophisticated transactional work, enjoy working in a team-focused
environment, have a strong academic background, and organizational skills.
Minden Gross LLP offers a collegial environment and is committed to providing their associates with growth and upward
mobility. Those keen to lead and who are driven by the deal will excel in this environment.
Interested candidates can submit their resume and cover letter to Patti MacDonald Maarse, Manager of
Professional Talent and Development, at pmaarse@mindengross.com. Please
be certain to indicate “Securities Lawyer" in the subject line of your email. No phone
calls, please.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Minden Gross LLP; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted.
Minden Gross LLP is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with
disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the
recruitment process.
Commercial Real Estate Lawyer
If you are an energetic and self-motivated individual seeking professional fulfillment, we have an opportunity for you.
We are looking for a commercial real estate lawyer to join our Commercial Real Estate Group. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years’ experience in commercial real estate and condominium law, a strong academic background, and superior drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
We offer a wide range of interesting work and opportunities for advancement in an open congenial environment.
Interested candidates can submit their resume and cover letter to Patti MacDonald Maarse, Manager of Professional Talent and Development, at pmaarse@mindengross.com. Please be certain to indicate “Commercial Real Estate Lawyer" in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Minden Gross LLP; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Minden Gross LLP is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.
Senior Litigation Assistant
We have an immediate opening for Senior Litigation Assistant role with 7 to 10 years’ experience.
Position Summary
As a Senior Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for a wide variety of legal and administrative duties dealing with all aspects of a busy, varied litigation practice. Familiarity with business litigation, real property litigation, alternative dispute resolution, negligence and professional liability, franchise litigation and commercial leasing litigation is a definite asset.
Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Excellent knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure
- Ability to complete legal documents from specific instructions and straightforward precedents, including: notices of motion, notices of examination, procedural orders, pleadings, Affidavit of Documents, Preparation of factums, routine correspondence and reports, Books of authorities, Notices under the Evidence Act, Notices of Appeal, Compendia, Exhibits Books and Appeal Books and all other customary work in preparation for motions, trials, and appeals
- Thorough knowledge of procedural requirements under the Rules of Civil Procedure for service of documents and notices
- Summarize transcripts
- Schedule examinations, mediations, and discoveries
- Handle files from start to finish, encompassing administrative detail with respect to accounting, opening and closing files, diarizing dates, docketing, billing, etc., as specifically directed by principal
- Maintain office files/records in accordance with procedures
- Maintain tickler system and calendar management
Qualifications
- Completion of a recognized college Law Clerk/Legal Administration diploma
- Strong technical skills and proficient in Microsoft Office 2013, Document Management systems, and experience in ACL3 or ACL would be anasset
- Exceptional written and communication skills, organized and meticulous with follow-up and details, and able to take initiative, prioritize, andmulti-task
- Desire to manage a busy practice and thrive as a right hand in a team
- Available for overtime as needed
If you take pride in the quality of your work, are client-service driven, and enjoy working in a fast paced team
environment, we invite you to forward your resume, including your salary expectations to Human Resources, at HumanResources@mindengross.com. Please be certain to indicate
“Senior Litigation Assistant" in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Minden Gross LLP; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted.
Minden Gross LLP is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome and encourage applications from people with
disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment
process.
We are always looking for new talent to expand our service to clients.
For lawyer positions, please submit your application to:
Patti MacDonald Maarse
Manager of Professional Talent and Development
416.369.4128
pmaarse@mindengross.com
For law student positions, please submit your application to:
The Student Committee
studentinfo@mindengross.com
For law clerk, legal, and administrative staff positions, please submit your application to:
Human Resources
HumanResources@mindengross.com