Commercial Litigation Lawyer (5–6 Years) – Securities Focus – Bay Street Firm
- Cartel inc.
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Jan 23, 2026
Job Description
Commercial Litigation Lawyer (5–6 Years) – Securities Focus – Bay Street Firm
Location: Toronto, ON
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Bonus + Benefits
Our client, a leading Bay Street law firm, is seeking a talented Commercial Litigation Lawyer with 5–6 years of experience, ideally including a strong focus on securities litigation and regulatory matters. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of Toronto’s most respected litigation groups, known for its sophisticated commercial, securities work.
About the Role:
You will work alongside top-tier litigators on complex commercial and securities disputes, shareholder and oppression remedy matters, regulatory investigations, and proceedings before the OSC and other tribunals. The position offers hands-on responsibility, direct client contact, and mentorship from highly regarded partners within a collaborative, high-performance environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and assist on a range of commercial and securities litigation files, including complex disputes, regulatory matters.
- Conduct legal research, prepare pleadings, facta, and related court materials.
- Appear in court and before regulatory tribunals.
- Work directly with clients to develop strategies and manage risk.
- Mentor junior associates and students where appropriate.
Qualifications:
- 5–6 years of post-call experience in commercial litigation.
- Demonstrated experience or interest in securities litigation or regulatory proceedings.
- Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
- Strong analytical ability and sound judgment.
- Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
This firm offers:
- Competitive compensation and performance bonuses.
- Hybrid work flexibility.
- A collegial, inclusive, and dynamic culture.
- Opportunities for career progression and partnership consideration.
If you are a driven litigator looking to take the next step in your career at a premier Bay Street firm, we want to hear from you.
Apply in confidence to:
Ben Higham
Cartel Inc. – Legal Recruitment Specialists
Email: Ben@cartelinc.com
What is it about Cartel that makes us different?
We have been successfully placing candidates with the leading law firms in the Greater Toronto Area since 1975, which means that we have 34 years of experience in the legal industry. This in turn has allowed Cartel to build and develop close and meaningful relationships with Toronto's most prestigious legal organizations, many of which have become trusted friends and partners over time.
Our consultants have been with us for 10 to 20 years and are among the most experienced and dedicated in the legal field today. Their expertise and commitment are a key element in establishing our reputation as Toronto's most trusted legal authority.
At Cartel, our relationship with our candidates is based on a foundation of trust and mutual respect. We'll take the time to really talk about what's important to you and not just what's available. Our consultants will personally assess your strengths and abilities to quickly identify which positions you would be ideally suited for. We will prepare you thoroughly for your interviews and provide you with honest and detailed information regarding our clients. All the information you give us about yourself remains strictly confidential. Our commitment to you is one hundred percent.
These are but a few of the reasons, which distinguish us from the competition. We're good listeners, just ask your friends - they'll tell you.
Cartel. We're good at what we do.
Toronto's Most Trusted Authority in Legal Personnel.