IP Litigation Law Clerk

Cartel Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartel Inc. in Toronto, Canada seeks an IP Litigation Law Clerk to manage complex files, meet tight deadlines, and coordinate with counsel, clients, and experts.

The role emphasizes precision, confidentiality, and collaborative workflow improvements within a respected practice. Responsibilities include managing electronic filings, e-discovery, and the drafting of court documents, with a focus on patent, trademark, and copyright disputes.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk Diploma, Certificate, or equivalent is required.
• Five to seven years of litigation experience, ideally in intellectual property litigation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor statutory limitation periods and critical litigation deadlines under the Federal Courts Act, Federal Courts Rules, PMNOC Regulations, and provincial Rules of Civil Procedure, proactively flagging deadlines for pleadings, motions, and appeals.
• Coordinate electronic filing, service, and preparation of litigation materials, including Statements of Claim, Factums, and Books of Authorities.
• Serve as a key liaison between intellectual property litigation counsel, corporate clients, and technical and scientific expert witnesses.
• Manage e-discovery processes using Relativity and other platforms, coordinate document productions, and track undertakings and refusals from examinations for discovery.
• Draft procedural court documents, motion records, notices of appearance, and Affidavits of Documents under counsel’s direction.
• Manage the administrative lifecycle of patent, trademark, copyright, and industrial design disputes.
• Review and process vendor, agent, and expert witness invoices, prepare Bills of Costs, and compile litigation status reports and deadline summaries.
• Coordinate hearings, court reporters, cross-examinations, electronic trial bundles, motion records, and protective order materials.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive corporate information, proprietary documents, and trade secrets in accordance with court orders and confidentiality agreements.
• Collaborate with the National Practice Group Leader and legal technology teams to improve litigation workflows, iManage file management, and digital procedures.
• Support and coordinate legal assistants and support staff in document preparation, deadline tracking, file management, and litigation logistics.

Skills

Litigation experience

IP litigation

Attention to detail

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Discretion with confidential info

Independent & team collaboration

Education

Law Clerk Diploma / Certificate

ILCO membership

Tools

Relativity

ACL

Aderant / Elite 3E

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

IP Litigation Law Clerk

Some firms have a strong reputation for a reason. We’re working with a well-established firm known for its expertise, respected client relationships, and a team that genuinely values the people behind the work. They’re looking for an IP Litigation Law Clerk who enjoys complex files, takes pride in getting the details right, and wants to be part of a collaborative, highly regarded practice. The work is challenging, the learning curve is rewarding, and your contribution will matter. Add a competitive salary and the opportunity to grow alongside experienced professionals in an environment where people are valued, and this is an opportunity well worth exploring.

Salary: Up to $95K (Based on Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor statutory limitation periods and critical litigation deadlines under the Federal Courts Act, Federal Courts Rules, PMNOC Regulations, and provincial Rules of Civil Procedure, proactively flagging deadlines for pleadings, motions, and appeals.
• Coordinate electronic filing, service, and preparation of litigation materials, including Statements of Claim, Factums, and Books of Authorities.
• Serve as a key liaison between intellectual property litigation counsel, corporate clients, and technical and scientific expert witnesses.
• Manage e-discovery processes using Relativity and other platforms, coordinate document productions, and track undertakings and refusals from examinations for discovery.
• Draft procedural court documents, motion records, notices of appearance, and Affidavits of Documents under counsel’s direction.
• Manage the administrative lifecycle of patent, trademark, copyright, and industrial design disputes.
• Review and process vendor, agent, and expert witness invoices, prepare Bills of Costs, and compile litigation status reports and deadline summaries.
• Coordinate hearings, court reporters, cross-examinations, electronic trial bundles, motion records, and protective order materials.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive corporate information, proprietary documents, and trade secrets in accordance with court orders and confidentiality agreements.
• Collaborate with the National Practice Group Leader and legal technology teams to improve litigation workflows, iManage file management, and digital procedures.
• Support and coordinate legal assistants and support staff in document preparation, deadline tracking, file management, and litigation logistics.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk Diploma, Certificate, or equivalent; ILCO or equivalent provincial professional membership is strongly preferred.
• Five to seven years of litigation experience, ideally in intellectual property litigation or at a large, full-service Canadian law firm.
• Mandatory experience with Federal Court of Canada electronic filings, trial records, and Books of Authorities; Ontario court experience is an asset.
• Experience with Relativity, ACL, and legal billing platforms such as Aderant or Elite 3E is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, applicable legislation, and litigation practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management, with the ability to manage competing priorities and complex deadlines under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise effectively with senior leadership, counsel, clients, expert witnesses, court registrars, and colleagues.
• Demonstrated discretion in handling confidential information, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

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