Legal Assistant – Commercial Real Estate
Ontario, Ontario
•Legal
•Permanent
•12/02/2025
•282962
We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with a strong background in commercial real estate law to join a highly reputable Toronto-based firm with over 70 years of proven success. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, independent, and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting complex real estate transactions. If you’re looking to take on meaningful responsibility, work closely with leading lawyers in the field, and contribute to a high-performing commercial real estate practice, this opportunity offers an exceptional platform to advance your expertise within a respected and well-established firm.
About Our Client
For over seven decades, our client has delivered practical, strategic legal advice to entrepreneurs, organizations, financial institutions, and international companies doing business in Canada. Located in Toronto’s financial district, the firm is deeply connected to the city’s thriving business hub. Our client is known for combining top-tier legal expertise with the personal touch of a close-knit team, an environment that fosters mentorship, collaboration, and long-term professional growth. Their culture values integrity, respect, and exceptional client service.
About the Opportunity
This opportunity offers the chance to join one of the firm’s largest practice areas, Commercial Real Estate, and support a high-performing team of lawyers handling sophisticated, transaction-driven work. Candidates will benefit from exposure to complex files, strong mentorship, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to high-caliber legal work. With a hybrid schedule and a supportive team culture, this role is ideal for Legal Assistants looking to advance their careers within a reputable, stable firm.
About the Position
The Legal Assistant will work closely with two Partners within the Commercial Real Estate group. You will prepare legal documents, coordinate schedules, maintain client files, handle due diligence, and act as a key point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders. Working within a structured and collaborative department, you will play a vital role in ensuring seamless workflow, timely deliverables, and exceptional client service.
The Requirements
Must Haves:
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
About Our Client
For over seven decades, our client has delivered practical, strategic legal advice to entrepreneurs, organizations, financial institutions, and international companies doing business in Canada. Located in Toronto’s financial district, the firm is deeply connected to the city’s thriving business hub. Our client is known for combining top-tier legal expertise with the personal touch of a close-knit team, an environment that fosters mentorship, collaboration, and long-term professional growth. Their culture values integrity, respect, and exceptional client service.
About the Opportunity
This opportunity offers the chance to join one of the firm’s largest practice areas, Commercial Real Estate, and support a high-performing team of lawyers handling sophisticated, transaction-driven work. Candidates will benefit from exposure to complex files, strong mentorship, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to high-caliber legal work. With a hybrid schedule and a supportive team culture, this role is ideal for Legal Assistants looking to advance their careers within a reputable, stable firm.
About the Position
The Legal Assistant will work closely with two Partners within the Commercial Real Estate group. You will prepare legal documents, coordinate schedules, maintain client files, handle due diligence, and act as a key point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders. Working within a structured and collaborative department, you will play a vital role in ensuring seamless workflow, timely deliverables, and exceptional client service.
The Requirements
Must Haves:
- Completion of a recognized Legal Assistant Certificate/Program
- Minimum 4+ years of experience in a law firm or professional services environment
- Commercial Real Estate legal experience
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
- Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe/Kofax PDF, DocuSign, Workshare Compare, and Teraview
- Experience with document management systems (iManage preferred)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities; comfort managing competing deadlines
- Experience supporting development groups within real estate law
- Familiarity with legal research and off-title due diligence
- Confident, proactive self-starter
- Salary: Approximately $70,000–$75,000, commensurate with experience
- Hybrid schedule
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and wellness perks
- Vacation and paid time off
- Professional development opportunities and a supportive, collaborative team culture
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
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