Trademarks Litigation Legal Assistant

Cartel Agency Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

RRSP contributions

Job summary

Cartel Agency Inc. is seeking a Trademarks Litigation Legal Assistant in Toronto. Join a respected firm that emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and a collaborative environment. The role offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualified candidates should have a Legal Assistant Diploma and 2–5 years of litigation experience, especially in intellectual property. Strong technical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years of litigation experience in an intellectual property environment.
• Experience liaising with the Federal Court and Ontario Courts considered an asset.
• Exceptional attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Manage due dates and filing deadlines while maintaining filing systems.
• Assist law clerks with court forms and pleading preparation.
• Develop expertise in firm policies and administrative procedures.

Skills

Proactive and highly organized

Strong proofreading skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Familiarity with iManage

Education

Legal Assistant Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Trademarks Litigation Legal Assistant

Our Client, a highly respected and well-established firm, is seeking a Trademarks Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a minimum of two years experience who is looking to build their career within a supportive and high-performing environment. The successful candidate will be joining a collaborative practice group that values accuracy, efficiency, and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced litigation setting. Offering a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and RRSP contributions, this role provides both stability and long-term growth within a firm known for its strong culture and commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage due dates and filing deadlines while maintaining filing systems, compiling documents, and organizing materials
• Handle general practice administration, including preparing routine correspondence, processing client invoicing, third-party payables (such as experts and consultants), and expense reimbursements
• Assist law clerks with liaising with and booking court dates, while supporting the preparation of court forms, pleadings, and other court documents as required
• Manage client administrative requirements, billing processes, and conflict searches
• Support the organization of work schedules by maintaining calendars and contacts, scheduling appointments, and coordinating travel arrangements
• Develop expertise in firm policies and applicable administrative procedures
• Demonstrate teamwork by providing support to practice group professionals and staff whenever workload permits
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with external legal counsel, courts, agencies, and professional organizations
• Take on additional responsibilities as requested

Qualifications

• Legal Assistant Diploma
• Minimum 2–5 years of litigation experience within an intellectual property environment, including experience liaising with the Federal Court (experience with Ontario Courts considered an asset)
• Proactive and highly organized with strong proofreading skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with iManage considered an asset

To apply, please forward your resume to: Zaheeda Merali Manager – Executive Search at [e-mail].