CREIGHTON LAW LLP is recruiting for an Estates/Wills Clerk to join our team. This role is a full-
time in office permanent position. The firm offers a competitive compensation package with
benefits and pension available.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, independent, and comfortable in a dynamic
environment with changing priorities and able to manage a large workload.
This position is best suited to individuals are friendly, professional, with exceptional
organizational skills and an outstanding ability to multi-task will ensure success in this role.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney and Trusts
Maintaining inventory of Wills and Powers of Attorney
Preparing Estate administration documents, including probate applications and Estate
Accounting
Helping firm lawyers schedule and prepare for meetings
Managing client files paper and/or electronic, preparing reporting letters and accounts
to clients
Communicating with clients electronically and in person
Docketing and billing in PCLaw for client billing
Other administrative tasks and/or special projects, as required
Qualifications and Skills
Law Clerk Diploma with experience of 3 – 5 years
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Estateably and PCLaw
Exceptional organizational and communication skills (verbal & written)
Self-confident, self-starter who is able to work independently and is motivated
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
Keen attention to detail and able to meet tight deadlines
A team player, who is willing to help other staff and Lawyers, as required
About the organization::
As one of the oldest law firms in Canada, Creighton Law LLP was established in 1885. We have
served the community for over 139 years because of our ability to provide efficient and
effective comprehensive legal advice and services to our clients as well as adhering to the
highest professional standards in serving our clients throughout Durham Region. We are proud
of the history and success of our firm and the high quality of legal services we have provided to
generations of families in Oshawa and surrounding communities.
Please forward your resume to accounting@durhamlawyers.ca.
We thank all those who are interested in this position, only those that meet our criteria will be
contacted for an interview.