Associate Lawyer (Peterborough)

We are currently seeking an Associate Lawyerto join ourPeterboroughoffice.

Who We Are

At Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory were passionate about helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals. By bringing together professionals across accounting tax law and advisory we support business owners at every stage of their journey. This is a unique opportunity to join our small collaborative legal service line where youll take on meaningful work build trusted client relationships and play an integral role in delivering exceptional service to clients all while benefiting from the expertise and resources of a multidisciplinary practice.

Role (Overview of the Position)

The Associate Lawyer will independently manage a variety of corporate estates wills and real estate files while delivering practical highquality legal advice. This role focuses on drafting and reviewing key documents guiding clients through transactions and planning matters and ensuring files progress efficiently from start to finish. The Associate contributes to strong client relationships supports firm growth and upholds the highest professional and ethical standards.

Responsibilities (Tasks Associated with the Role)

• Provide legal advice and manage client files across corporate estates wills and real estate matters.
• Draft and review legal documents agreements wills estate materials and real estate transaction documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear legal opinions.
• Handle corporate transactions due diligence and closing documentation.
• Manage real estate files including title review requisitions lender coordination and closings.
• Maintain organized compliant files and follow firm procedures.
• Contribute to business development and support team members as needed.

This job description is not all-inclusive and certain activities duties or responsibilities may be required of the employee as needed.

Qualifications/Skills & Experience

• Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario with experience in corporate estates wills and/or real estate law.
• Proven ability to independently manage files from intake to completion including client communication drafting negotiations and closings.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing complex legal documents including corporate agreements reorganizations estate planning structures and real estate transaction packages.
• Strong background in due diligence title review corporate searches and closing coordination.
• Track record of delivering accurate highquality legal work under tight timelines and competing priorities.
  

We have Five Core Values at Our Firm:

1. All In(passion for what you do and a commitment to excellence)
2. Own It(solutions oriented owning outcomes)
3. Choose Opportunity(willingness to innovate)
4. Relentless Excellence(redefining expectations)
5. Better Together(teamwork drives the best results)

Existing Vacancy:Internal and External

Compensation:This position offers a starting salary range of $75000 to $120000per year. Final compensation will be determined based on the successful candidates education relevant experience and skills.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):Applicants are advised that AI may be used to support aspects of the recruitment process such as application screening or scheduling

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