Position Overview

The Litigation Support Clerk is responsible for providing daily administrative support to the litigation law clerks as it relates to all procedural aspects of litigation files from start to finish. In addition, the Litigation Support Clerk will also perform some billable tasks under the supervision of law clerks. This role is designed to prepare the incumbent for a junior law clerk role at the appropriate time.

Key Accountabilities

• Supporting litigation law clerks with the organization and coordination of procedural aspects of litigation files at all relevant stages, including but not limited to preparing appeal books and compendia, motion records, mediation briefs, and trial records.
• Participating in coordinated mentorship program which would provide exposure to most, if not all, of the following tasks, with the expectation that some of the more routine documents would be prepared by the Litigation Support Clerk under the supervision of the law clerks:
  • Administrative support
    • providing administrative support, including preparing cheques, couriers, expense reports, preparing initial drafts of shells of standard correspondence, including memos and letters, access to clerk calendars, managing vacation and shared group calendars, preparing charts, research (calls with courts, finding precedents), coordinating with office services (boardroom bookings, helpdesk, print services).
  • Creation or drafting of documents for examinations for discovery, mediations, court proceedings and other hearings
    • preparing affidavits of documents, witness briefs, mediation and pre-trial briefs, motion materials and correspondence on a broad range of litigation matters
    • updating undertakings and refusals charts
    • preparing bills of costs and costs outlines
    • assembling trial briefs and other materials
  • Participation in trials and other hearings
    • managing communications with Masters, trial coordination office, etc.
    • arranging court reporters, litigation technology and other types of support as required (e.g. printing services, etc.)
    • attending trial or hearings, and providing assistance in chambers as necessary (e.g. marking exhibits, etc.)
    • providing off-hours support for law clerk who is assisting trial team
  • Specialized procedures or subject-matter
    • providing support in patent, trademark and copyright disputes before all levels of court, intellectual property tribunals and regulatory bodies as well as on injunctions and other types of hearings
    • providing support in a variety of class proceedings, including but not limited to product liability, employment law, and securities claims
    • providing support in international arbitrations

Attributes & Experience

• Law clerk diploma or successful completion of the Institute of Law Clerk Ontario courses.
• Minimum 2 years of previous related experience, preferably within a professional services firm.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office product suite - which includes a strong working knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Background or strong interest in litigation.
• Strong client service orientation combined with the ability to manage multiple client needs with a sense of urgency.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Sound judgment including the ability to deal with confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels within the organization.
• A proactive, self-starter who is able to manage multiple competing demands with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organization and time management skills to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should forward their resume to Karen Pais, Manager, Legal Talent Operations.

At Torys we are committed to diversity in the recruitment, retention and advancement of our people. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives enhances the quality of our work and enriches our lives. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. If you require immediate accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact Karen Pais, Manager, Legal Talent Operations.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a junior patent agent to join our dynamic and fast paced practice in Toronto. The ideal candidate will have two to three years of experience as a technical consultant or agent at an intellectual property law firm or IP group in a law firm. The role is best suited to an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will frequently be required to manage competing priorities and to work under tight timelines. You must also be willing to learn and develop and have a strong sense of initiative and personal accountability. You must have excellent judgment, attention to detail, organizational skills, and superior communication skills. We also offer a hybrid working model and the option to work from home on average 2 to 3 days per week.

Skill & Experience

• At least two years’ experience as a patent agent or technical consultant, including exposure to some or all of the following:
  • drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications, and advising on validity, patentability, freedom-to-operate and infringement of intellectual property rights
  • research experience in one or more areas of botany, biotechnology, plant genetic engineering, cellular and molecular biology, stem cell technologies, cell and gene therapies
  • experience working directly with clients and counselling them on strategies for building and aligning their patent portfolios with business objectives and developing strong in-house processes to stimulate and capture innovation
• Perform IP due diligence with respect to third party licensing and acquisition projects
• Understands the “bigger picture” and analyzes problems thoroughly
• Evaluate and improve the department’s systems and procedures
• Strong written, oral and communication skills
• Applies business, biology and science skills to provide practical solutions to client’s issuesMust be a registered Patent Agent  

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should forward their resume in confidence to Kimberly Sheldrake-Head, Director, Professional Resources at ksheldrake@torys.com.

At Torys we are committed to diversity in the recruitment, retention and advancement of our people. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives enhances the quality of our work and enriches our lives. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. If you require immediate accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact Kim Sheldrake-Head.

Position Overview

Torys is seeking a mid-level associate to join our highly-ranked private equity fund formation and fund investment practice group in our New York office. This group advises both fund sponsors and institutional investors in structuring, negotiating and investing in private equity, venture capital and infrastructure funds and co-investment transactions. It also advises fund sponsors on fund formation spanning a range of private market areas, including buy-out, infrastructure and secondary funds as well as formation of segregated accounts and sole mandates. Torys has offices in Toronto, New York, Calgary, Montreal, and Halifax.

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of practice experience working on private equity fund formations and/or investments in private equity funds at a major U.S. or international law firm. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have experience working collaboratively with practice specialists in a large firm environment and should be comfortable servicing clients across a wide range of industries. A positive attitude, team orientation and demonstrated work ethic are essential to succeeding this role, as is an ability to manage multiple work streams in a fast-paced environment. All qualified applicants will be members in good standing with (or willingness to be admitted to) the New York Bar.

Applications

Interested candidates should forward their resume, list of representative transactions and transcript by email to Dana Schuessler at dschuessler@torys.com.

Compensation

The Firm pays market salaries to our attorneys. As such, below is the current associate base salary scale:

• 1st year: $225,000
• 2nd year: $235,000
• 3rd year: $260,000
• 4th year: $310,000
• 5th year: $365,000
• 6th year: $390,000
• 7th year: $420,000
• 8th year+: $435,000

Position Overview

Torys is currently seeking a tax associate with relevant experience ranging from 2 to 5 years to join our dynamic U.S. tax group in our New York office. Torys is a globally recognized international business law firm with a reputation for quality, innovation and teamwork. Our Tax Practice represents institutional clients in significant U.S. and cross-border corporate transactions and business operations. Our team approach leverages our expertise from across our practice areas, including M&A, securities, real estate, and competition and foreign investment review. Torys has offices in Toronto, New York, Calgary, Montreal and Halifax.

Skills & Experience

An ideal candidate will have:

• at least three years of experience in a U.S. law firm tax practice with broad tax experience in U.S. and cross-border transactions, including M&A;
• excellent legal research and writing skills;
• excellent interpersonal and drafting skills and a willingness to collaborate;
• a superior client service orientation and a strong work ethic;
• a demonstrable curiosity and interest in tax law;
• the ability to juggle and take primary responsibility for multiple files; and
• the ability to work well both independently and in a team-oriented environment.

The candidate must be a member in good standing of the New York bar.

Applications

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your résumé, list of representative transactions and transcripts by email to legalrecruiting@torys.com. Applications should be addressed to Dana Schuessler, Director of Professional Resources & Administration.

Compensation

The Firm pays market salaries to our attorneys. As such, below is the current associate base salary scale:

• 1st year: $225,000
• 2nd year: $235,000
• 3rd year: $260,000
• 4th year: $310,000
• 5th year: $365,000
• 6th year: $390,000
• 7th year: $420,000
• 8th year+: $435,000

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a junior associate with experience in executive compensation, employee benefits and/or employment laws to join our dynamic corporate practice.  Torys’ Pensions and Employment Practice has broad expertise in pensions, executive compensation, employee benefits and employment matters in Canada and the United States. Our clients span all industrial sectors and include public and private companies, investors, major financial institutions, including foreign and domestic banks, insurance companies, trust companies, investment funds and individuals.

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least two years of experience in the following areas (or a subset thereof):
  • Sections 83 and 409A of the Code;
  • Cash-based and equity-based incentive compensation plans;
  • Employment, consulting, severance and other service-related contracts in the transactional context (e.g., diligence, transaction agreement and schedules, negotiation of going-forward employment and equity terms for senior management, Section 280G of the Code);
  • ERISA and Code provisions governing employee benefit plans;
  • Title I of ERISA (plan asset rules, etc., from both the fund and investor perspective);
  • Key labor and employment laws (e.g., laws relating to wage and hour, restrictive covenants, classification and mass layoff (WARN Act))   
• strong drafting skills and sound judgment;
• superior client service orientation and work ethic;
• ability to juggle and take primary responsibility for multiple deals and matters simultaneously;
• excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to collaborate;
• ability to work well independently and as part of a team; and
• be a member in good standing of the New York bar.

Experience with employment law disputes and investigations is preferred.

Applications

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your résumé, list of representative transactions and transcripts by email to legalrecruiting@torys.com. Applications should be addressed to Dana Schuessler, Director of Professional Resources & Administration.

Compensation

The Firm pays market salaries to our attorneys. As such, below is the current associate base salary scale:

• 1st year: $225,000
• 2nd year: $235,000
• 3rd year: $260,000
• 4th year: $310,000
• 5th year: $365,000
• 6th year: $390,000
• 7th year: $420,000
• 8th year+: $435,000