Career Opportunities

Law Clerk, Corporate Services

Calgary
Permanent Full-Time

Overview

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), one of Canada’s largest and most successful law firms, is currently looking for a Law Clerk to join the Corporate Services department in the Calgary Office. The ideal candidate will be personable, reliable, detail-orientated and able to manage deadlines and accurate records.  We are looking for someone who is able to work independently and in a team environment.

  • Responsibilities

    Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    • Preparing and filing annual return packages, basic resolutions and other documentation for routine corporate maintenance (e.g., change of directors/officers, trade name registrations/cancellations)
    • Filing notices and other required government forms under CORES (Level I)
    • Monitoring pending strike-offs due to non-filing of annual returns and addressing issues proactively
    • Liaising with clients to obtain outstanding documentation and forwarding incoming mail in a timely and organized manner
    • Providing corporate information to our litigation department upon request
    • Updating minute books while maintaining data integrity, team consistency and detail
    • Monitoring the department’s general email inbox and directing emails accordingly
    • Assisting law clerks with administrative and clerical tasks as needed
  • Education & Experience
    • Post secondary education in a legal assistant or law clerk program is required; a degree or diploma in a related field is considered an asset
    • Previous experience in a law firm or legal environment is an asset 
    • CORES Level I Accreditation or Alberta Corporate Registry accreditation
  • Skills & Abilities
    • Post secondary education in a legal assistant or law clerk program is required; a degree or diploma in a related field is considered an asset
    • Previous experience in a law firm or legal environment is an asset 
    • CORES Level I Accreditation or Alberta Corporate Registry accreditation
  • Other Relevant Application Information

    Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.

    While our experienced team will select and interview successful candidates, Blakes may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with shortlisting, screening, and evaluating applications.

    • About Blakes

    At Blakes, we care about our people. We are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our clients and employees. As a winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto’s Top Employers awards, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace environment that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a firm starts with hiring top talent, retaining our people and helping them thrive.

    How to Apply

    To apply for this position, please submit your application and include your cover letter and résumé directly to our application portal.

    Blakes wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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