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More than a law firm – that’s the
Foglers Advantage.
77 King Street West
Suite 3000, P.O. Box 95
TD Centre North Tower
Toronto, ON M5K 1G8
2023 Fogler, Rubinoff LLP
Why become an Fogler, Rubinoff (“FR”) team member?
At FR, one of our fundamental objectives is to keep our employees and their families healthy—physically, emotionally, and financially. To ensure the health and wellness of all our team members, we offer our Law Clerk, Staff and Support team members a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, “flex” health care spending, disability insurance, a robust Employee and Family Assistance Program, an annual fitness allowance and an RRSP matching program.
All our team members enjoy flexible working schedules, and most positions are eligible to participate in our hybrid workplace structure, attending to the office 2-3 days per week. Our team members also receive a generous Time Away from Work package, including flexible paid Personal Time Off, Volunteer time, paid Birthday, Moving Day, and more.
We believe in recognizing and rewarding our team members through our Milestone Anniversary Bonus program and our monthly acknowledgement of service excellence through our peer-to-peer “FRecognition” program. All team members enjoy complimentary on-site breakfast and snacks twice a week, and are invited to attend our annual events such as our Summer Gathering, Staff Appreciation Week, and our Holiday party.
We support continued professional development and encourage professional and personal growth through our “FR Academy”, a learning management system offering a variety of online educational modules that cater to enhancing our internal training and learning culture.
Senior Legal Assistant Job Description:
Our firm has an immediate opening for a senior level Legal Assistant. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant and/or Executive Assistant. This position will require impeccable time management, organization, and excellent attention to detail. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who excel in a fast-paced environment with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manages lawyers’ calendars, including meetings, appointments, and due dates, and coordinates client meetings and lawyers travel arrangements;
- Handles administrative details with respect to accounting, opening and closing files, docketing, billing, etc., as specifically directed by lawyer;
- Drafts and amends correspondence and documents through general instruction, precedents or dictation;
- Maintains lawyers’ documents, files, and record systems;
- Communicates with clients and third parties;
- Provides backup coverage for others; and
- Perform other routine clerical, administrative and general office duties.
Qualifications:
- 10 years’ experience as a Legal Assistant, or 10 years combined experience as a Legal Assistant and Executive Assistant in a professional services environment;
- Excellent organizational and time management skills;
- Conscientious with strong attention to detail;
- Strong technical skills using DMS and Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Calendar);
- Familiarity with Aderant accounting software an asset;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Solid understanding of business and legal terminology;
- Maintains confidential and sensitive information in a discreet manner;
- Client-service oriented; and
- Ability to work within a team environment and independently.
Want to join our FR Team?
Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume in confidence to hrdepartment@foglers.com. Please let us know how you found our job posting in your e-mail. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Fogler, Rubinoff LLP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Fogler, Rubinoff LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
The Indigenous Practice Group is seeking skilled and passionate lawyers who have demonstrated connections to and competence in working with Indigenous clients, as well as a minimum of 3-5 years of experience. The Indigenous Practice Group is committed to advancing Indigenous communities’ economic sustainability, self-determination, and laws.
In addition to offering an exciting and collegial place to practice law, the Indigenous Practice Group provides the opportunity to provide superior client services within a full-service firm. If you think that your demonstrated skills and interests align with ours, please reach out to mgraves@foglers.com.
Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career? We are currently seeking an Associate to join our Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice.
The ideal candidate should have:
- 2-4 years post-call experience working on commercial litigation matters, including shareholder and contractual disputes.
- Excellent advocacy and organizational skills.
- An entrepreneurial spirit and keen interest in building client relationships.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit and well-respected team. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume to mgraves@foglers.com
Our firm has an immediate opening for an Intermediate Securities Law Clerk in our Securities Department. This position will require a self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience and a thorough understanding, and ability to apply working knowledge, of the relevant securities legislation.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage complex issues for public companies with various Securities Commissions, CDS Inc.
- Proficiency with CUSIP/ISIN Request and Eligibility Applications, and settlement confirmations and matters with CDS Inc.
- Draft public offering supporting documents pursuant to the Long Form, Short Form and Shelf offering systems, and proficiency with offering submissions via SEDAR
- Independently handle annual and interim continuous disclosure client filing schedules, document preparation and regulator fee matters, including Ontario and Alberta market Participation Fee forms, and submissions through SEDAR, OTCIQ and CSE
- Proficiency in preparing and filing Form 45-106F1 – Reports of Exempt Distribution via SEDAR, OSC portal, BC eServices, and preparation of SEC Form D reports and EDGAR and blue sky submissions
- Proficiency in registering Exempt Market Dealer and IIROC registrants firms and its management members, and maintaining ongoing records via the National Registration Database (NRD)
- Proficiency in preparing monthly Toronto Stock Exchange Form 1s, Canadian Securities Exchange Form 7s and event driven disclosure and submissions with each exchange
- Proficiency with the System for Electronic Disclosure by Insiders (SEDI) and reporting obligations
- Knowledge of Newsfile, Accesswire, Cision and GlobeNewswire press release portals in connection with press release dissemination matters
- Preparation of the following documents:
- Articles of Incorporation/Organization (including share provisions), Amalgamations, Amendments, Revivals, Dissolutions, Continuances, Extra Provincial Registrations
- Review and update minute books to rectify deficiencies
- Draft agreements and provide supporting documents relating to corporate and tax reorganizations, and
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in a law firm setting;
- Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certified;
- Previous experience preparing and completing SEDAR, SEDI, NRD, BC eServices, OSC portal, TSX SecureFile (TMX LINX), OTCIQ, CSE and EDGAR submissions;
- Working knowledge of the relevant securities and corporate legislation;
- Strong technical skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Calendar);
- Knowledge of Cyberbahn, DisclosureNet, DocuSign, Aderant 8, Expert Time, and ND Office an asset;
- Knowledge of Computershare, and National Securities Administrator transfer agent shareholder portals an asset;
- Experience using Corplink;
- Broad understanding of corporate law, and legal concepts relative to securities law;
- Capacity to exercise initiative and efficiently and effectively manage many files simultaneously and work well under pressure;
- Sound ability to adhere to strict deadlines;
- Strong ability to problem solve with minimal supervision:
- Excellent organizational and time management skills;
- Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work independently, following instructions with minimal supervision;
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work within time sensitive deadlines and manage multiple priorities; and
- Conscientious with strong attention to detail.
Why You Should Apply:
Fogler, Rubinoff LLP offers a congenial work environment, competitive compensation commensurate with experience, a full benefits program, and an opportunity to work part of your work week from home. Our benefits include health and dental coverage, competitive vacation packages, referral programs, and employee assistance programs. When starting at the Firm, new team members are provided a comprehensive training and orientation program. Our Firm strives to nurture the professional development of our support staff through offering training workshops regularly throughout the year and Lunch & Learn events on a variety of topics on a quarterly basis.
We look forward to meeting the successful candidate and having a long-term professional relationship. Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume in confidence to hrdepartment@foglers.com. Please include where you saw this job posting in your e-mail.
Fogler, Rubinoff LLP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures.
Fogler, Rubinoff LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected
for an interview will be contacted.
