Counsel I

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada TD Bank Full time

407972BR

Legal Services / Counsel

Halifax, NS

May 3, 2023

Company Overview

Department Overview

Reporting to the AVP Claims Litigation Services, handles assigned P&C insurance legal matters, represents TD Insurance or its policyholders in civil litigation and no fault/accident benefits matters involving claims for monetary damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage.

**Job Description**:
**Main Responsibilities**:

- Develops and revises appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters; advises, communicates and develops those strategies with TD Insurance claims representatives and insured clients, as appropriate.
- Conducts necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, oral arguments, settlement negotiations, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. Researches the law applicable to cases or matters. Drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, legal factums and opinions as required.
- Advises, communicates and consults with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meets with, and maintains good relations and communications with claims representatives and insured clients.
- Remains current with developments in the law; understands medical, scientific, construction, product liability, engineering issues and defences involved with such cases.

**Requirements**:

- Job Requirements
- Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the Bar in Nova Scotia.
- Minimum of 1 year post-call experience as a lawyer.
- Background in insurance defence litigation, including personal injury and accident benefit claims (preferred), and/or general litigation experience. Experience with subrogation matters is considered a strong asset.
- Knowledge of legal and court documents and procedures.
- Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with insured clients, claims representative, judges and tribunal members.
- Excellent legal drafting skills and eye for detail.
- Motivated self-starter with ability to work productively under pressure and deliver business results.
- Strong interpersonal & client service skills; professional and positive demeanor.
- Superior organization & priority setting skills, strong work ethic and ability to multi-task.
- Conceptual and creative problem solving skills

Additional Information

Additional Information

Hours

35

Inclusiveness

At TD, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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