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.