Real Estate Legal Researcher & Analyst (Ontario)

Role Summary

The Researcher and Analyst will support the organization by conducting in-depth research and analysis on real estate law, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices in Ontario. This role focuses on providing accurate, actionable insights to guide decision-making for land-lease developments, APS agreements, deposit handling, and compliance standards. The position does NOT provide legal advice but ensures the leadership team has well-researched information to work with external counsel effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Legal & Regulatory Research:
Research Ontario real estate laws, regulations, and compliance requirements for land-lease communities and tiny home developments.
Analyze Tarion warranty requirements versus CSA certification standards.
Investigate trust account rules for deposits and refundability timelines.
Contract & Policy Analysis:
Review APS templates and identify key clauses related to deposits, deficiencies, and client protections.
Summarize best practices for deficiency processes to avoid holdbacks.
Industry Benchmarking:
Study models and other land-lease communities for governance and operational strategies.
Provide comparative analysis of similar developments and their legal frameworks.
Reporting & Documentation:
Prepare concise research reports and briefing notes for leadership and legal counsel.
Maintain a repository of legal and regulatory references for internal use.
Collaboration:
Work closely with teams to understand practical challenges and provide research-based solutions.
Support external legal counsel by supplying background research and documentation.

Qualifications

Education:
Degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, or related field (or equivalent experience in legal research).
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of experience in legal research, compliance analysis, or real estate industry research in Canada.
Skills:
Strong understanding of Ontario real estate regulations.
Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
Ability to synthesize complex legal concepts into clear, actionable insights.

Real Estate Legal Researcher & Analyst (Ontario)

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