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Insurance Defence Lawyer | Civil Litigation Associate | Toronto, ON A highly regarded litigation-focused law firm in downtown Toronto is actively seeking a Civil Litigation Associate with insurance defence experience to join its expanding legal team. This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer looking to advance their career in a sophisticated litigation environment while handling challenging and diverse insurance-related disputes. About the Position The successful candidate will work closely with senior counsel and clients on a wide variety of litigation matters involving insurers, businesses, risk management professionals, and institutional organizations throughout Ontario. This role offers direct exposure to complex legal disputes, strategic file management, client advisory work, examinations, mediations, motions, and courtroom advocacy. Practice areas may include: • Insurance Defence Litigation • Personal Injury Claims • Accident Benefits Disputes • Property Loss and Property Damage Claims • Occupiers' Liability Matters • Product Liability Litigation • Professional Negligence Claims • Coverage and Indemnity Disputes • Subrogated Recovery Actions • Commercial Liability Matters Key Responsibilities • Manage litigation files from commencement through resolution • Draft pleadings, motion materials, mediation briefs, and legal opinions • Conduct legal research and prepare written advocacy materials • Attend examinations for discovery, mediations, pre-trials, and court appearances • Communicate directly with clients, adjusters, experts, and opposing counsel • Develop litigation strategies and provide practical risk-management advice • Participate in settlement negotiations and dispute resolution processes Candidate Requirements • Licensed to practice law in Ontario • Minimum 2 years of post-call experience in insurance defence, civil litigation, personal injury, or related litigation practices • Strong knowledge of Ontario litigation procedure and court processes • Experience managing multiple active files independently • Excellent legal writing, advocacy, and analytical abilities • Superior organizational and time-management skills • Client-focused approach with strong interpersonal communication skills • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative legal environment What This Firm Offers • Established and respected litigation platform • High-quality insurance and liability litigation work • Meaningful courtroom and advocacy experience • Mentorship from accomplished litigators • Competitive compensation package • Performance-based bonus opportunities • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits • Hybrid work flexibility • Long-term partnership and career development potential Why Apply? This position presents an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious litigation lawyer seeking sophisticated insurance defence work, increased advocacy experience, and a clear path for professional growth within a well-respected Ontario law firm. Confidential Applications Ben Higham Managing Partner | Cartel Inc. First Canadian Place, Suite 2550 Toronto, Ontario ben@cartelinc.com Keywords: Insurance Defence Lawyer Toronto, Civil Litigation Associate Toronto, Personal Injury Lawyer Jobs Ontario, Insurance Litigation Jobs Toronto, Litigation Counsel Ontario, Accident Benefits Lawyer, Occupiers Liability Lawyer, Subrogation Litigation, Professional Liability Associate, Commercial Litigation Lawyer Toronto.

Senior Legal Counsel – Asset Management & Investment Funds Join a leading financial institution as a Senior Legal Counsel supporting one of Canada's largest asset management businesses. This asset management lawyer position offers the opportunity to work on mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments, pooled funds, securities regulation, portfolio management, and investment fund governance within a sophisticated in-house legal team. About the Role As a member of the Wealth and Asset Management Legal Team, you will provide strategic legal counsel to support the growth, governance, and regulatory compliance of investment products and asset management services. You will partner closely with business leaders, compliance professionals, and external counsel to deliver practical legal solutions that advance business objectives while maintaining strong risk management standards. This position is primarily focused on supporting TD Asset Management (TDAM), a leading investment fund manager serving retail, institutional, and wealth management clients. Key Responsibilities • Provide legal advice on the creation, launch, registration, distribution, and ongoing management of mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), alternative investment funds, private pooled funds, and other investment products. • Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements, investment management agreements, distribution agreements, and fund-related legal documentation. • Prepare and review investment fund disclosure documents, including prospectuses, offering memoranda, annual information forms, fund facts documents, and continuous disclosure filings. • Advise on securities law, investment fund regulation, portfolio management activities, and investment fund manager obligations. • Support strategic business initiatives, including international and cross-border fund distribution projects. • Provide guidance on governance matters, regulatory developments, compliance requirements, and industry best practices. • Collaborate with senior management, business stakeholders, compliance teams, and external legal advisors to support business growth and regulatory excellence. Qualifications • Minimum 3 years of experience practicing securities law, investment management law, asset management law, or investment funds law at a leading law firm or in-house legal department. • Strong knowledge of Canadian securities regulations, including National Instrument 31-103 and National Instruments 81-101 through 81-107. • Experience advising investment fund managers, portfolio managers, mutual fund organizations, ETF sponsors, wealth management firms, or institutional investment businesses. • Demonstrated experience drafting and reviewing investment fund prospectuses, offering memoranda, disclosure documents, and securities filings. • Excellent analytical, legal drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to communicate complex legal and regulatory matters effectively to executives, business leaders, and stakeholders. • Proven ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and regulatory deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Independent Review Committee (IRC) experience is considered a valuable asset. Why Join Us This is an opportunity to build a rewarding legal career in asset management, securities law, investment funds, and wealth management while working alongside experienced legal professionals and industry leaders. You'll gain exposure to innovative investment products, complex regulatory matters, and strategic business initiatives within one of North America's leading financial institutions. Whether your background includes mutual funds, ETFs, securities regulation, portfolio management, or investment fund governance, you'll find opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and long-term career advancement.

Job Title: Patent Legal Assistant – Calgary – 11-month term position Location: Calgary, AB Closing Date: September 4, 2026 Competition Number: MLTA-CAL-202608-065   Who we are MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 375 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the Globe and Mail , MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.   Job Summary Our Calgary office is searching for a patent legal assistant who will work under the supervision of lawyers and will assist with legal tasks in accordance with MLT Aikins processes and guidelines. This is an 11-month term position.   Responsibilities include: Paying annual maintenance fees and annuities Facilitating examination reminders and payments at Patent Offices and through foreign agents Managing the patent docket including docket deadlines and maintaining the integrity of docket data Sending weekly reminders to clients Filing documents with patent offices File management and maintaining precedent Reviewing incoming correspondence from CIPO and foreign associates and assisting in preparing reporting letters to clients Maintaining, organizing and updating the docket system of due dates for action and follow up Performing general administrative tasks including file management, precedent maintenance and entry of tariff codes and time Completing status checks Opening files and validating data in all operational programs and databases Providing assistance to agents/lawyers including expense processing, daily time entry and other various administrative tasks   Qualifications include: Graduate of a recognized paralegal program (equivalencies will be considered) Minimum two year of experience in a similar role Knowledge of Patrix IP Helpware is an asset Knowledge of appropriate software including: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat Previous experience in intellectual property, specifically in areas of patents and industrial designs Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong attention to detail Strong teamwork and problem solving skills   We offer: A competitive salary including individual performance bonus Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits Access to group savings plans and investment options Growth and development opportunities Mentorship and support A positive and inclusive work environment   Our Diversity Statement MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.   If this sounds like you, please submit your resumé and cover letter by using the Apply Button. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.  

The Law Society of Alberta (Law Society) regulates the legal profession in the public interest. In alignment with the Law Society’s vision, mission, and strategic plan, the Tribunal Office provides support to adjudicative tribunals that operate within the Law Society pursuant to the Legal Profession Act of Alberta. The office is managed by Tribunal Counsel, who reports directly to the Executive Director of the Law Society. The Complaint Dismissal Appeals Coordinator (CDA Coordinator) will coordinate all aspects of the Complaint Dismissal Appeals process which occurs on a regular basis. This includes: receiving the appeals, organizing the appeal record, canvassing, scheduling and assigning the appeals to Benchers and providing support to Benchers during the consideration of the appeal. The CDA Coordinator will also assist with scheduling and coordinating Pre-Hearing Conferences, and other Tribunal Office proceedings as required, including preparing and distributing materials, communicating with participants, and maintaining related records. The CDA Coordinator will be familiar with content in order to liaise with Benchers, staff and members of the public. In addition, the CDA Coordinator coordinates all Practice Review Committee (PRC) meeting, including scheduling meetings, assigning matters to committee members, preparing materials, overseeing meeting logistics and drafting the decisions. The CDA Coordinator may also provide back-up support to the Pre-Hearing Coordinator and must be capable of performing the Pre-Hearing Coordinator’s duties as required. Success in this position requires excellent writing skills, attention to detail and time management skills, and the ability to communicate and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities The Complaint Dismissal Appeals Coordinator will: Schedule and coordinate Complaint Dismissal Appeals, PRC meetings, Pre-Hearing Conferences (PHC) and other Tribunal Office proceedings as required. Canvass, schedule, and assign matters to Benchers, lay Benchers, adjudicators, committee members, and other participants, as applicable. Prepare and distribute materials for Complaint Dismissal Appeal Panel, PRC meetings, PHC meetings and other assigned hearings or proceedings. Maintain appeal, PRC and PHC record, including tracking key dates, assigned decision-makers, materials, outcomes and next steps. Coordinate scheduling logistics, including calendar invitations, participant communications. Hearings/PHC details, deadlines and related follow up. Ensure appropriate dissemination of Appeal Panel decision, PRC meeting decision, PHC decisions and other Tribunal Office decisions or outcomes as required. Provide back-up to Pre-Hearing Coordinator as needed. Have a working knowledge of the Legal Profession Act, Rules of the Law Society of Alberta and Code of Conduct. Develop and maintain an understanding of administrative law processes, Tribunal Office procedures and confidentiality requirements. Prepare and complete required reports along with updating the Law Society database and records. Ensure process manuals are up-to-date, identify opportunities for continuous improvement in Tribunal Office processes and procedures, and implement approved changes. Maintain a collaborative relationship and coordinate as necessary with other departments, committees and staff. Maintain professional working relationships with the President, President-Elect, Benchers, committee volunteers, adjudicators, and all Law Society staff. Complete other tasks as assigned. Qualifications Administrative or Legal Assistant Diploma, Paralegal diploma and minimum of five years of relevant experience Excellent grammar, spelling, editing/proofing and other written communication skills Excellent time management and organizational skills Exceptional attention to detail and maintenance of a high standard of work product Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment and work independently, as well as contribute to a team atmosphere Self-starter, able to work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative to meet goals Excellent computer skills – minimum requirement of intermediate skills in Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe. Ability to develop proficiency with the LSA’s internal online tools (e.g. Insite, MySite, SharePoint) Strong problem-solving and trouble shooting skills Strong interpersonal skills Flexible and adaptable Motivated, hard-working, reliable, personable, able to adapt to change Able to work overtime when required Demonstrated understanding of the expectations and protocol surrounding administrative law proceedings, standards of disclosure, and confidentiality. Committed to continued learning and interested in meeting additional challenges which may be added to the position over time. About the Law Society of Alberta The Law Society of Alberta regulates the legal profession in the public interest by promoting and enforcing a high standard of professional and ethical conduct by Alberta lawyers. We derive our authority from the Legal Profession Act (http://www.qp.alberta.ca/documents/Acts/l08.pdf)of Alberta and set out standards through a Code of Conduct (https://documents.lawsociety.ab.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/14211909/Code.pdf) and the Rules of the Law Society of Alberta (https://documents.lawsociety.ab.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/04144612/Rules.pdf). While we do not provide legal advice on specific cases, from our unique perspective as the regulator, we actively work with members of the justice system to improve the administration of justice for all Albertans.