Cohen Highley LLP is currently recruiting a Legal Assistant/Law Clerk to join our Corporate Department in Kitchener, ON.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Location: Kitchener, ON

About Us:

Cohen Highley LLP provides a unique private practice culture that encourages professional growth in a collaborative, innovative and familial environment. Cohen Highley provides the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of knowledgeable lawyers and staff. We are looking for candidates who share our values of exceptional client service and mutual respect.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Law Clerk or similar program
• 2-5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant/Law Clerk
• Experience with Corporate Law would be considered an asset
• Exceptional organizational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to excellent client service
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail

The right candidate would be responsible for the following:

• File openings and closings
• Scheduling appointments
• Collecting retainers for consultations
• Preparation of documents
• Billings
• Filing in virtual or physical minute books
• Preparing incorporation and organizational documents
• Drafting annual resolutions
• Drafting closing documents for transactions or multi-step organizations
• Preparing resolutions for amendment of Articles, amalgamations, change of address and name registrations
• Share Purchase and Sale
• Maintaining and organizing corporate minute books
• Filings with appropriate agencies

Deadline for submissions is Tuesday, September 22nd, 2025. 

Cohen Highley LLP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.