Claims Legal Counsel managing litigation files in the insurance defence sector. Providing legal assessments, drafting documents, and attending court hearings in a hybrid work environment.
Responsibilities
Independently carry a case load of litigation files, from start to finish, involving the defence of auto claims, accident benefits, bodily injury, commercial lines, property, subrogation, and coverage work
Provide assessments to our 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
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in law, Juris Doctor or in a related field
A minimum of seven years of relevant experience, including proven experience in the field of insurance defence
Experience with trials and/or arbitrations
Experience with Accident Benefits and Bodily Injury
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
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