Hybrid Junior Claims Legal Counsel

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About the role

  • Junior Claims Legal Counsel managing litigation files and delivering exceptional client service in Property and Casualty Insurance Defence. Engaging in various legal tasks from assessment to courtroom attendance.

Responsibilities

  • Independently carry a case load of litigation files, from start to finish
  • Provide assessments to claims partners on liability and quantum of damages
  • Draft opinions, pleadings, and motions
  • Conduct Examinations for Discovery
  • Attend case-conferences, Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) hearings/arbitrations, as well as Court for motions, pre-trials, and trials
  • Share and contribute to the growth of legal knowledge with colleagues
  • Deliver exceptional client experience and superior legal services

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in law, Juris Doctor or in a related field
  • A minimum of five years of relevant experience
  • Experience with trials and/or arbitrations
  • Experience with Accident Benefits and Bodily Injury Insurance
  • Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and annual bonus
  • 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
  • Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
  • Group insurance including telemedicine
  • Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

Job title

Junior Claims Legal Counsel

Job type

Experience level

Junior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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