We are looking for a Lawyer to join a growing practice in Ontario, with a focus on debt recovery and residential real estate matters. This position is well suited to an early-career legal practitioner who wants meaningful file responsibility while learning from experienced practitioners. The successful candidate will contribute to a varied caseload, support clients through important transactions and enforcement matters, and build practical skills in a collaborative legal environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee mortgage enforcement and debt collection files, helping move matters forward in a timely and strategic manner.

• Conduct work related to residential real estate transactions, including purchases, sales, refinancing matters, and closings.

• Prepare, examine, and finalize legal documents connected to enforcement proceedings and property transactions.

• Take carriage of assigned matters from file intake through to conclusion, ensuring accuracy and progress at each stage.

• Communicate with clients, lenders, financial institutions, real estate professionals, and opposing counsel to coordinate next steps and resolve issues.

• Provide support to senior counsel on more involved matters and contribute to broader practice initiatives as needed.

• Work closely with lawyers and administrative team members to keep files organized and client service standards high.

• Maintain reliable case management practices, monitor timelines, and meet competing deadlines in a busy practice setting.

• Licensed to practise law in Ontario and a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• At least 1 year of post-call experience in debt recovery, mortgage enforcement, real estate law, or a related combination of practice areas.
• Working knowledge of residential real estate transactions such as purchases, sales, refinancing, mortgage registrations, title review, and closings.
• Familiarity with enforcement-related legal processes connected to mortgage or debt recovery files would be considered an asset.
• Strong legal drafting and analytical ability, with proven skill in managing multiple active matters efficiently.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a client-focused approach to legal service.
• Experience using legal document management, case management, or real estate conveyancing tools is beneficial.

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