Class Action / Insurance Defense Associate (2–4 Years) | Downtown Toronto | Elevate Your Advocacy

Cartel Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartel Inc. in Toronto is seeking a Litigation Associate with 2–4 years of post-call experience in insurance defense to join its class action-focused practice. The role emphasizes leading examinations for discovery and complex motions in a premier Ontario boutique environment.

You will work within a hybrid setup, balancing downtown office collaboration with remote work, and benefit from mentorship from senior partners renowned in the Ontario defense bar.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years post-call experience in insurance defense.
• Experience managing MVA and tort claims.
• Strong drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead examinations for discovery, contested motions, and assist on complex trials.
• Manage a diverse portfolio with minimal supervision.
• Provide strategic advocacy and client counsel for sophisticated institutional clients.
• Ensure high-quality submissions and courtroom preparation.

Skills

Insurance defense

Litigation

Courtroom experience

MVA & tort claims

Job description

Class Action / Insurance Defense Associate (2–4 Years) | Downtown Toronto

The Opportunity: Elevate Your Advocacy

A premier Ontario-based boutique is seeking a Litigation Associate to join their elite Insurance Defense practice with a Class Action focus in North York. This firm is widely recognized for its sophisticated approach to complex advocacy and a firm culture that balances high-stakes performance with genuine professional development.

Why This Role?

This is a strategic move for an ambitious Insurance Defense Lawyer ready to graduate from a "processing" role to a "lead" role. You won’t just be summarizing files; you will be driving them.

• Front-Line Courtroom Access: Frequent opportunities to lead examinations for discovery, contested motions, and assist on complex trials.
• Sustainable Performance: A competitive billing structure designed for high achievers who value a respected work-life balance.
• Hybrid Ecosystem: A progressive policy offering the flexibility of remote work alongside the collaborative energy of a downtown office.
• Mentorship from the Best: Work directly with senior partners who are among the most respected names in the Ontario defense bar.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience: 2–4 years of post-call experience in insurance defense (law firm or in-house).
• Case Management: Proven ability to manage a diverse portfolio, including MVA and tort claims, with minimal supervision.
• Strategic Mindset: A proactive litigator who looks beyond the next deadline to find creative paths toward resolution.
• Communication: Sharp drafting skills and the executive presence required to counsel sophisticated institutional clients.

Taking the Next Step

Opportunities to join a group of this pedigree in a mentorship-heavy environment are rare. If you are looking for a platform that offers a true career trajectory and consistent courtroom exposure, this is the transition you’ve been waiting for.