About the role
Senior Class Actions Lawyer (Plaintiff-Side)
Location: Downtown Toronto
Position Type: Full-Time
Our client, a globally recognized international law firm, is seeking a seasoned class actions lawyer to join their Toronto office. This is a rare opportunity to step into high-profile, high-stakes litigation on a global scale, advocating for shareholders in complex actions against multinational corporations.
About the Role:
The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 10 years’ experience litigating matters under Canada’s Class Proceedings Act, with a strong background in plaintiff-side work. While direct experience in securities or shareholder class actions is not required, a solid foundation in class action litigation is essential.
This position offers a dynamic platform to build or expand a sophisticated practice, with strong mentorship, international exposure, and the support of a premier litigation team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage complex class action files from intake through to resolution or trial
- Develop case strategy and manage pleadings, motion records, certification materials, and settlement documentation
- Represent clients in court, including certification motions, appeals, and trial
- Provide strategic legal advice to clients on litigation risks and opportunities
- Collaborate with international teams on cross-border matters
- Maintain strong relationships with class members, experts, co-counsel, and stakeholders
- Keep abreast of developments in class action law and related jurisprudence
Required Qualifications:
- J.D. or LL.B. and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Minimum 10 years' litigation experience under the Class Proceedings Act (Canada)
- Demonstrated success in plaintiff-side class actions or mass tort litigation
- Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills
- Strong writing, research, and analytical abilities
- Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in growing a class actions practice
Why Apply?
This is an exceptional career move for a senior litigator seeking meaningful, precedent-setting work with a global reach. You’ll join a firm known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and social justice.
To Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV in confidence to Ben@Cartelinc.com .
About Cartel Inc.
When it comes to legal employment agencies in Toronto, there's a reason why Cartel is recognized as Toronto's most trusted authority in legal personnel. Situated at First Canadian Place, Marsha Meyers and her team have been providing professional personnel services to law firms and corporations throughout the Greater Toronto Area since 1975.
With over 40 years of experience in the field, Cartel is a household name in the legal industry. We are a regular participant and long-term supporter of TLOMA (The Law Office Management Association). We maintain a large database of the most qualified legal candidates in Toronto with a service that is professional, confidential and highly personalized. Our standing in the industry has enabled us to develop and maintain significant relationships over the years with the leading organizations in the legal community. We enjoy a high customer retention rate because our clients know that we take our responsibilities to them very seriously and that they can depend on us.
Our record speaks for itself but you don't have to take our word for it - just ask your friends, they'll tell you. Cartel.
*Cartel is also the recipient of Canadian Lawyers' 2018-19 Readers' Choice Legal Support Staffing Recruiters award.
Toronto's Most Trusted Authority in Legal Placement.
About the role
Senior Class Actions Lawyer (Plaintiff-Side)
Location: Downtown Toronto
Position Type: Full-Time
Our client, a globally recognized international law firm, is seeking a seasoned class actions lawyer to join their Toronto office. This is a rare opportunity to step into high-profile, high-stakes litigation on a global scale, advocating for shareholders in complex actions against multinational corporations.
About the Role:
The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of 10 years’ experience litigating matters under Canada’s Class Proceedings Act, with a strong background in plaintiff-side work. While direct experience in securities or shareholder class actions is not required, a solid foundation in class action litigation is essential.
This position offers a dynamic platform to build or expand a sophisticated practice, with strong mentorship, international exposure, and the support of a premier litigation team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage complex class action files from intake through to resolution or trial
- Develop case strategy and manage pleadings, motion records, certification materials, and settlement documentation
- Represent clients in court, including certification motions, appeals, and trial
- Provide strategic legal advice to clients on litigation risks and opportunities
- Collaborate with international teams on cross-border matters
- Maintain strong relationships with class members, experts, co-counsel, and stakeholders
- Keep abreast of developments in class action law and related jurisprudence
Required Qualifications:
- J.D. or LL.B. and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Minimum 10 years' litigation experience under the Class Proceedings Act (Canada)
- Demonstrated success in plaintiff-side class actions or mass tort litigation
- Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills
- Strong writing, research, and analytical abilities
- Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in growing a class actions practice
Why Apply?
This is an exceptional career move for a senior litigator seeking meaningful, precedent-setting work with a global reach. You’ll join a firm known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and social justice.
To Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV in confidence to Ben@Cartelinc.com .
About Cartel Inc.
When it comes to legal employment agencies in Toronto, there's a reason why Cartel is recognized as Toronto's most trusted authority in legal personnel. Situated at First Canadian Place, Marsha Meyers and her team have been providing professional personnel services to law firms and corporations throughout the Greater Toronto Area since 1975.
With over 40 years of experience in the field, Cartel is a household name in the legal industry. We are a regular participant and long-term supporter of TLOMA (The Law Office Management Association). We maintain a large database of the most qualified legal candidates in Toronto with a service that is professional, confidential and highly personalized. Our standing in the industry has enabled us to develop and maintain significant relationships over the years with the leading organizations in the legal community. We enjoy a high customer retention rate because our clients know that we take our responsibilities to them very seriously and that they can depend on us.
Our record speaks for itself but you don't have to take our word for it - just ask your friends, they'll tell you. Cartel.
*Cartel is also the recipient of Canadian Lawyers' 2018-19 Readers' Choice Legal Support Staffing Recruiters award.
Toronto's Most Trusted Authority in Legal Placement.