Real Estate / Wills & Estates Lawyer

Job summary

Handle residential and commercial real estate transactions, prepare and review agreements and closing documents, and draft wills, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents. Advise clients on estate administration and probate, manage files accurately and efficiently, and collaborate with colleagues to provide excellent client service.

Job details

Location: Ottawa, ON Job Type: Full-time Job Overview A well-established and highly respected full-service law firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Real Estate / Wills & Estates Lawyer to join its growing team. Serving clients throughout Ottawa and Eastern Ontario for over 50 years, the firm is known for its client-first approach, collaborative culture, and high professional standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience handling residential real estate transactions, wills and estates matters, and related solicitor work. This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer who values teamwork, professionalism, and long-term career growth within a reputable firm environment. Responsibilities Handle residential and commercial real estate transactions Draft and review agreements, closing documents, and related legal paperwork Prepare wills, powers of attorney, and estate planning documents Assist clients with estate administration and probate matters Provide practical legal advice tailored to client needs Maintain strong client relationships and deliver excellent client service Work collaboratively with lawyers and support staff across multiple practice areas Manage files independently while maintaining accuracy and efficiency Qualifications Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in real estate and wills & estates law Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively Client-focused, professional, and team-oriented mindset Experience with estate administration and probate matters is an asset Bilingual English/French skills are considered an asset

What you’ll do

Handle residential and commercial real estate transactions, prepare and review agreements and closing documents, and draft wills, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents. Advise clients on estate administration and probate, manage files accurately and efficiently, and collaborate with colleagues to provide excellent client service.

Requirements

Applicants must be licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario and have at least five years of relevant experience in real estate and wills and estates law. Strong drafting, analytical, organizational, and communication skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines; probate experience and English-French bilingualism are assets.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Residential Real Estate Transactions
• Commercial Real Estate Transactions
• Wills And Estates Law
• Legal Drafting
• Agreement Review
• Closing Documents
• Estate Planning
• Powers Of Attorney
• Estate Administration
• Probate
• Client Service
• Legal Advice
• File Management
• Analytical Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills

Job areas

• Legal