Plaintiff Class Action Lawyer

Role overview

A prominent international law firm is looking for an experienced plaintiff-side class actions lawyer to join its Toronto office in downtown Toronto. The role offers exposure to complex, high-profile disputes involving shareholders and multinational corporations, with the chance to contribute to litigation of international significance.

What you will do

• Take ownership of class action matters from the first client discussions through settlement, resolution, or trial.
• Shape litigation strategy and prepare key court materials, including pleadings, motion records, certification materials, and settlement documents.
• Appear in court for certification hearings, appeals, and trial proceedings.
• Advise clients on litigation risks, opportunities, and strategic options.
• Work alongside overseas and cross-border legal teams on international files.
• Build and preserve strong working relationships with class members, experts, co-counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Stay current on class action developments and relevant case law.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws degree, together with active membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Between 2 and 10 years of litigation experience involving Canada’s Class Proceedings Act.
• Proven experience in plaintiff-side class actions or mass tort litigation.
• Well-developed courtroom advocacy, negotiation, and file management skills.
• Strong drafting, legal research, and analytical capabilities.
• Self-starting approach and genuine interest in developing a class actions practice.

Why this role stands out

This position is suited to a senior litigator who wants meaningful, precedent-setting matters with a global scope. The firm is described as having a strong focus on excellence, innovation, and social justice, along with mentorship and international exposure.

Application note

Qualified candidates are asked to send their CV confidentially to Ben@Cartelinc.com.