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In-House Lawyer – Residential Mortgage Closings - job post

CMI Financial Group
4.2 out of 5 stars
Remote
$160,000–$190,000 a year - Permanent, Full-time
Responded to 75% or more applications in the past 30 days, typically within 4 days.

Job details

Pay

  • $160,000–$190,000 a year

Job type

  • Permanent
  • Full-time

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Work from home

Full job description

In-House Lawyer – Residential Mortgage Closings

Location: Canada (Hybrid / Remote Considered)
Type: Full‑Time, In‑House
Reports to: Senior Leadership / Internal Legal Function

In-House Lawyer – Residential Mortgage Closings Job Responsibilities

Transaction Management

  • Review and approve residential mortgage commitment letters, loan agreements, and related security documentation prior to closing
  • Conduct or supervise title searches and resolve title defects, encumbrances, or outstanding liens prior to funding
  • Prepare, review, and execute closing packages including charge/mortgage documents, title insurance commitments, and solicitor's undertakings
  • Coordinate closing logistics with borrowers, brokers, real estate agents, and lender representatives to ensure timely and accurate fundings
  • Manage trust account disbursements in compliance with Law Society rules and lender instructions

Legal Compliance & Risk

  • Ensure all mortgage transactions comply with applicable provincial legislation (e.g., Mortgages Act, Land Registration Reform Act, Land Titles Act) and CMI's internal lending policies
  • Identify and escalate fraud indicators, title irregularities, or unusual transaction structures
  • Review and respond to solicitor's reports, outstanding conditions, and post-closing deficiencies
  • Maintain compliance with FINTRAC obligations including client identification and suspicious transaction reporting
  • Advise underwriting and operations on legal risk issues arising during the closing process

Documentation & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate closing files and ensure timely registration of charges on title through Teraview or applicable provincial land registry systems
  • Track and report on closing volumes, funding timelines, and post-closing cure items
  • Prepare standard form precedents and closing checklists; update as legislation or policy changes
  • Support audits and due diligence requests from institutional lenders or warehouse facilities

Collaboration & Process Improvement

  • Work closely with underwriting, funding, and default management teams to resolve closing-side issues efficiently
  • Provide legal guidance to operations staff on transaction-specific questions
  • Assist in developing and refining internal closing policies, procedures, and training materials
  • Liaise with external counsel, title insurers (e.g., FCT, Stewart, Chicago Title), and land registry offices as needed

Professional Obligations

  • Maintain good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (or applicable provincial bar)
  • Adhere to Law Society rules governing trust accounts, conflicts of interest, and independent legal advice

Compensation: Salary: $160,000-$190,000, Annual Bonus: $20,000-$30,000. Signing Bonus minimum $10,000

This is a new role with CMI Financial Group

Complete required CPD and stay current on legislative and regulatory developments affecting residential mortgage lending

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $160,000.00-$190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Work from home

Work Location: Remote

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