Careers
We are proud to be in the Career Directory as one of Canada’s best employers for new graduates.
At Soloway Wright, we are proud of the quality and dedication of our team of lawyers, office staff and students. From the time of the first partnership of Hyman Soloway and John Mirsky, we have believed in teamwork and collaboration for success.
If you are looking for a firm where teamwork is valued, where you can access a great breadth of experience and where community-building is a priority, we would love to meet you.
Please browse our current job openings in Ottawa and Kingston and send a copy of your cover letter and resume to info@solowaywright.com. If there are no posted opportunities that match your interests, feel free to submit your resume for future opportunities.
Soloway Wright is an equal opportunity employer and will work with and accommodate persons with disabilities throughout the entire selection process.
Job Openings
Real Estate Clerk (2+ years of experience)
Soloway Wright LLP is an established, full-service firm with over 35 lawyers. Our firm has built a reputation as one of the leading law firms serving developers (freehold and condominium), and property owners in the National Capital Region and beyond.
With the backing of our Real Estate & Development Law team and the resources of our Municipal, Business, Labour & Employment, and Litigation lawyers, we offer timely advice and practical, cost-effective solutions for our client’s real estate projects.
Our firm is currently seeking an experienced Real Estate Clerk with 2+ years of experience in commercial and residential real estate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle purchases and sales of various types of properties.
- Review agreements.
- Conduct off‐title enquiries and title searches.
- Draft closing documents, and prepare and register electronic documents etc.
- Communicate effectively with clients, financial institutions, title insurance companies, land registry offices, municipalities and third parties.
- Prepare emails, correspondence, authorizations and directions and various other documentation.
- Handle all aspects of real estate transactions from beginning to end.
- Support lawyers by assembling and organizing client file information.
- Serve as a point of contact for clients by providing ongoing file updates.
- Perform other duties as required.
- This is an in-person role, with the potential for a hybrid arrangement subject to discussion with the hiring manager.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years’ commercial and residential real estate experience.
- Minimum of a law clerk diploma or equivalent combination of work experience and education.
- Strong knowledge of Ontario real estate and related legislation (including Condominium Act, Registry Office, Tarion, Land Titles, Planning Act, HST and LTT legislation, regulations, bulletins, forms, precedents and procedures).
- Ability and desire to work independently, enjoy working in a fast‐paced environment, take responsibility for work and manage multiple client files.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong problem‐solving skills.
- A willingness to learn, grow and embrace our client‐centric model for legal services.
- Must have experience with and knowledge of Conveyancer, Teraview, Word, Excel and Outlook. Proficient in web‐based communications.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
Excellent benefits package available. Salary commensurate with experience.
How to Apply
To submit your application, please email Kelly Chapman directly at info@solowaywright.com. Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Soloway Wright LLP is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.
Real Estate Clerk (3 to 5 years of experience)
Soloway Wright LLP is an established, full-service firm with over 35 lawyers. Our firm has built a reputation as one of the leading law firms serving developers (freehold and condominium), and property owners in the National Capital Region and beyond.
With the backing of our Real Estate & Development Law team and the resources of our Municipal, Business, Labour & Employment, and Litigation lawyers, we offer timely advice and practical, cost-effective solutions for our client’s real estate projects.
Our firm is currently seeking an experienced Real Estate Clerk with 3 to 5 years of experience in commercial and residential real estate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle purchases and sales of various types of properties.
- Review agreements.
- Conduct off‐title enquiries and title searches.
- Draft closing documents, and prepare and register electronic documents etc.
- Communicate effectively with clients, financial institutions, title insurance companies, land registry offices, municipalities and third parties.
- Prepare emails, correspondence, authorizations and directions and various other documentation.
- Handle all aspects of real estate transactions from beginning to end.
- Support lawyers by assembling and organizing client file information.
- Serve as a point of contact for clients by providing ongoing file updates.
- Perform other duties as required.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years’ commercial and residential real estate experience.
- Minimum of a law clerk diploma or equivalent combination of work experience and education.
- Strong knowledge of Ontario real estate and related legislation (including Condominium Act, Registry Office, Tarion, Land Titles, Planning Act, HST and LTT legislation, regulations, bulletins, forms, precedents and procedures).
- Ability and desire to work independently, enjoy working in a fast‐paced environment, take responsibility for work and manage multiple client files.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong problem‐solving skills.
- A willingness to learn, grow and embrace our client‐centric model for legal services.
- Must have experience with and knowledge of Conveyancer, Teraview, Word, Excel and Outlook. Proficient in web‐based communications.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
Excellent benefits package available. Salary commensurate with experience.
How to Apply
To submit your application, please email Kelly Chapman directly at info@solowaywright.com. Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Soloway Wright LLP is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.