Law Clerk - Corporate Services

ABOUT GOWLING WLG

At Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we’re proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other.

We’re intentional about building a workplace that’s both high-performing and supportive, ensuring that everyone is empowered to do their best work and reach their full potential. Our culture is grounded in our shared values: Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together. These values shape how we collaborate, lead, and succeed – across teams, time zones, and career paths.

Whether you’re pursuing a role in law or business services, explore what’s possible and make your mark with Gowling WLG.

PROFILE

We are currently seeking a strong intermediate level Corporate Services Law Clerk to join our Corporate Law team in the Toronto office. The successful candidate will assist the Firm’s clients by handling legal and administrative matters related to corporate services, including transactional work. The position involves direct dealings with the Firm’s clients and legal professionals and requires a working knowledge of Ontario and Federal corporate law.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing all documents relating to corporate reorganizations, share or assets purchase transactions and tax reorganizations.
• Preparing share provisions for tax and reorganization transactions.
• Organizing and maintaining of corporate records, files and extra provincial registrations.
• Conducting minute book reviews, reporting of results including recommendations as to deficiencies.
• Preparing and organizing of both Provincial and Federal incorporations
• Preparing all documents in support of fundamental changes.
• Liaising with clients, accountants, lawyers and regulators by telephone and in-person to take instructions and obtain information, and report on status of matters.Transaction support.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have completed a recognized Law Clerk program and hold a Law Clerk designation.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Law Clerk in a law firm environment is required.
• Experience with corporate database software notably Athennian and OnCorp.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is an asset.
• Experience with Ontario and Federal corporate law and exposure to other Canadian jurisdictions.
• Strong time management skills, ability to meet deadlines, proven effectiveness in delivering fast and accurate client service.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Firm members, verbally and in writing, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner.
• Demonstrated initiative and capacity to work proactively and independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to redefine priorities when necessary.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with technology.
• Curiosity of corporate law and ability and willingness to continuously learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to respond to urgent client requests outside of normal business hours, if required.
• Experience with not-for-profits and US cross-border matters would be an asset.

BENEFITS/PERKS

Gowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with:

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
• Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!
• 15+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
• Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders
• Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture
• Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more
  
  

The starting range for this role is $82,400 to $123,600. Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance.

This position is currently vacant and is open to both internal and external candidates. Gowling WLG is recruiting for this role to support ongoing firm needs and team operations.

This employer may use tools within our applicant tracking system that include artificial intelligence–supported features, such as automated candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all screening, assessments, and selections are reviewed and completed by human recruiters and hiring managers.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are in need of accommodation or support at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.