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Counsel, Claims and Litigation

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada Definity Full time
Senior Claims Counsel, Claims and Litigation

Definity is a leading property and casualty insurer, seeking a highly skilled Senior Claims Counsel to join our team. As a key member of our Claims department, you will play a critical role in shaping our litigation strategy and advocating for our clients in court.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead litigation from inception through to trial, managing multiple tort files and advising on litigation strategies at the case level.
  • Prepare written court materials, appear in court, and provide expert advice on litigation matters.
  • Collaborate with our Claims department to develop and implement effective litigation strategies.

Requirements:

  • Law degree from an accredited law school (LLB or Juris Doctor).
  • Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario to practice law as a lawyer in Ontario.
  • 2-10 years of post-call experience working in insurance or personal injury litigation, with trial experience preferred.
  • Experience handling property damage and/or construction matters is an asset.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and PowerPoint.
  • High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and responsibility, with the ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard confidential information.
  • Assertiveness in practice, but reasonable and forthright.
  • Interest in court advocacy, especially trial work.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills across a range of contexts.
  • Excellent negotiation and facilitation skills, with a proven capability for effective presentation tools/methods.
  • Sound judgment, with the ability to critically analyze situations, problem-solve, and deal with ambiguity.
  • Ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple, yet sometimes conflicting priorities.

What We Offer:

  • Hybrid work schedule for most roles.
  • Company share ownership program.
  • Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions.
  • Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations.
  • Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams.
  • Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents.
  • Wellness and recognition programs.
  • Discounts on products and services.

At Definity, we value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a workplace that is welcoming and supportive of all employees. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting us.

Background checks: This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).