Job Description

Intellectual Property (IP) Litigation Law Clerk

Job #: 17156
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Toronto, ON
Salary: $85,000 – $95,000
Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a highly respected national law firm, is seeking an experienced Intellectual Property (IP) Litigation Law Clerk to join their Toronto team!

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled litigation professional to work on sophisticated Canadian and cross-border intellectual property disputes involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and industrial designs.

The successful candidate will work closely with accomplished litigation lawyers, providing high-level support on complex matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage complex IP litigation files, including patent, trademark, copyright and industrial design disputes;

• Monitor critical deadlines and limitation periods under Federal Court and provincial rules;

• Prepare and coordinate court filings, pleadings, motion materials, factums, Books of Authorities and trial records;

• Manage electronic discovery, document productions and litigation databases, including Relativity;

• Draft procedural court documents, Affidavits of Documents and other litigation materials;

• Coordinate examinations for discovery, cross-examinations, hearings and trial preparation;

• Track undertakings, refusals and litigation deadlines;

• Liaise with clients, expert witnesses, court personnel and external legal professionals;

• Prepare Bills of Costs, review invoices and assist with litigation reporting;

• Maintain confidential litigation files and ensure compliance with protective orders;

• Collaborate with lawyers and support staff to improve litigation workflows and file management.

Requirements

• Law Clerk Diploma/Certificate or equivalent qualification;

• Minimum 5–7 years of litigation experience, preferably in Intellectual Property litigation or a large national law firm;

• Direct Federal Court experience, including electronic filings, trial records and Books of Authorities, is required;

• Experience with Ontario court procedures considered an asset;

• Proficiency with litigation technology, including Relativity, iManage and legal accounting platforms, considered an asset;

• Knowledge of Federal Courts Rules, litigation procedures and statutory deadlines;

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat;

• Excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills;

• Ability to independently manage complex files and competing deadlines;

• Professional, detail-oriented and comfortable working with senior lawyers, clients and expert witnesses;

• ILCO membership considered an asset.

HOW TO APPLY

Kindly email your resume to reception@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #17156 in the subject line of your email.

If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please contact your recruitment consultant.