Real Estate Law Clerk

About Indigoblue Law

Indigoblue Law Professional Corporation is a growing boutique law firm. We offer practical, client-focused legal services to individuals, businesses, mortgage lenders, brokers and investors. Our practice covers real estate and mortgage conveyancing, private lending, mortgage enforcement, immigration, civil litigation, landlord and tenant matters, wills and estates, and regulatory compliance.

We're building a modern legal practice that values efficiency, technology and exceptional client service. Our office is in northwest Toronto.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a driven, resourceful and experienced Law Clerk to fill a newly created position as the firm expands.

The role focuses mainly on mortgage conveyancing and real estate transactions, with an emphasis on private mortgage lending. You'll also work on a range of other matters, including immigration, civil litigation and mortgage enforcement.

This role suits someone who takes initiative, manages files proactively and wants their work to have a real impact. As the firm grows, your responsibilities and opportunities will grow with it.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage real estate and mortgage conveyancing files from opening to closing under lawyer supervision, with a primary focus on private mortgage transactions.
• Prepare and review lender instructions, title searches, mortgage registrations, discharges and closing documents.
• Assist with residential and commercial purchases, sales and refinances.
• Coordinate with clients, lenders, brokers, realtors and opposing counsel to ensure timely closings.
• Support mortgage enforcement and recovery, including demand letters, notices of sale and related proceedings.
• Support immigration matters, including applications, supporting documents and correspondence.
• Assist with civil litigation and landlord and tenant matters, including document preparation, court filings and tracking deadlines.
• Support wills and estates, compliance and other matters as the practice expands.
• Handle client onboarding, identity verification and compliance requirements.
• Help improve internal procedures, document templates and digital workflows.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years of law clerk experience in Ontario real estate or mortgage conveyancing.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario title searches, mortgage registrations and closing procedures.
• Proficiency with Teraview and QuintaLink (Quinta Legal).
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel) and digital document management.
• Experience with private mortgage lending, lender-side conveyancing or mortgage enforcement is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with immigration, civil litigation or landlord and tenant matters is an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple files and competing deadlines with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital document management tools.
• Professionalism, sound judgment and a firm commitment to confidentiality.

Who We're Looking For

• Someone who takes ownership of their work and follows through.
• A problem-solver who finds practical solutions.
• Someone organized and adaptable who is comfortable in a growing practice.
• Someone with a strong client-service mindset who communicates with confidence.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Direct work with experienced lawyers across a variety of practice areas.
• A collaborative environment that welcomes fresh ideas.
• Real opportunities for professional development and long-term growth.

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care
• Paid time off
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person