Posted 2 months ago
IP Litigation Associate (Copyright/Trademarks)
@ Remote People
Canada
Overview
Remote People is hiring a full-time IP litigation associate for a national intellectual property practice, based in Toronto or Vancouver. The role handles copyright and trademark litigation from pleadings through trial, with the hiring organization disclosed only to shortlisted candidates.
Responsibilities:
- Manage copyright and trademark litigation from pleadings through trial
- Draft pleadings, motions and legal opinions
- Conduct legal research on IP infringement, validity and enforcement
- Attend examinations, mediations and court appearances
- Collaborate with the IP group on contentious and non-contentious matters
Requirements summary:
- Called to the Bar in Ontario or British Columbia, in good standing
- 4-5 years of IP litigation experience in copyright and/or trademarks
- Strong litigation, drafting and advocacy skills
- Federal Court experience is an asset
- Ability to manage files independently with senior counsel
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · teamtailor
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Legal & compliance |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Called to the Bar in Ontario or British Columbia |
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Remote People
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Recruit, employ & incorporate in 150+ countries. EOR from $199/mo. Ranked #1 on G2.
Full company description
The full-lifecycle global employment platform built to recruit, employ, and incorporate. Headquartered in New York, we operate across 150+ countries with owned infrastructure and dedicated human support, now powered by Command Center: the action-taking AI that completes your global HR work in plain language, not just advises on it. Command Center: Our proprietary, action-taking AI. Adjust pay, onboard, amend contracts, run terminations and more in plain language, with local compliance applied inside the flow, experts reviewing every high-impact change, and a full audit trail on everything. EOR: Employ full-time talent compliantly through infrastructure we control. Localized contracts, benefits, equity support, and accurate payroll across 150+ currencies, handled directly. Contractor of Record: Engage contractors worldwide with compliant agreements, proper classification, and on-time payments. Contractor Management: Centralize your existing contractor workforce with compliant onboarding, invoicing, and payments in one platform. Recruit: Source and vet candidates globally through our in-house talent team, ensuring technical and cultural fit before you interview. US PEO: Manage domestic teams with enterprise-grade benefits and HR infrastructure, without the administrative complexity. Global Mobility: Handle visas, work permits, and relocation in-house for seamless international moves. Incorporate: Transition to your own entities when headcount justifies it. We provide the legal and financial roadmap: bank accounts, registrations, and team transfers. Trusted by 3,000+ companies. Every client works with a dedicated account manager. EOR from $199/month. Ranked #1 on G2 for Ease of Use, Best Support, and Best Meets Requirements. One partner. One invoice. 150+ countries.
- LinkedIn followers
- 103,371
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 439
- Reported office locations
- 85 Broad St, New York, NY 10004, US
- Business categories
- Human Resources
- Employee Benefits
- Employment
- Payments
- Recruiting
- Professional Services
- Bookkeeping and Payroll
- Outsourcing
- Staffing Agency
- Other recorded names
- Remote People
- RemotePeople
- Specialties
- Employer of Record
- EOR
- Global Payroll
- Global Hiring
- Remote Hiring
- Global Mobility
- International Recruitment
- Talent Acquisition
- Recruiting
- Contractor Management
- PEO
- HR Outsourcing
- Incorporation
- International Expansion
- Visa and Immigration
- HR Technology
- Workforce Management
- Contractor of Record
- Payroll Services
- and Global Compliance
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- Yes
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
The full-lifecycle global employment platform built to recruit, employ, and incorporate. Headquartered in New York, we operate across 150+ countries with owned infrastructure and dedicated human support, now powered by Command Center: the action-taking AI that completes your global HR work in plain language, not just advises on it. Command Center: Our proprietary, action-taking AI. Adjust pay, onboard, amend…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Human Resources Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | New York, NY |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2018 |
| Specialties | Employer of RecordEORGlobal PayrollGlobal HiringRemote HiringGlobal MobilityInternational RecruitmentTalent AcquisitionRecruitingContractor Management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 48 |
| View page |
This is a confidential search — the identity of the hiring organization is disclosed to shortlisted candidates.
About the Opportunity
A national IP practice is looking for an associate with copyright and trademark litigation experience to join its team, with flexibility to be based in Toronto or Vancouver.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all stages of copyright and trademark litigation, from pleadings through trial
Draft pleadings, motions, and legal opinions
Conduct legal research on IP infringement, validity, and enforcement issues
Attend examinations, mediations, and court appearances
Collaborate with the broader IP group on contentious and non-contentious matters
Qualifications
Called to the Bar in Ontario or British Columbia, in good standing
4-5 years of IP litigation experience, with a focus on copyright and/or trademarks
Strong litigation, drafting, and advocacy skills
Federal Court experience is an asset
Ability to manage files independently while collaborating with senior counsel
How to Apply
Submit your resume in confidence for consideration. All inquiries and applications are handled discreetly, and your information will not be shared without your consent.
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