Insurance Defense Litigation Counsel

1 day ago


Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Intact Financial Corporation Full time

We are seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Litigation Counsel to join our growing team at Intact Financial Corporation.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity for a skilled legal professional to handle complex insurance defense files independently from start to finish. As an In-House Legal Specialist, you will be responsible for preparing and conducting applications/motions, discoveries, mediations, arbitration, pre-trial conferences, and trials.

You will also draft opinions, pleadings, affidavits, and other legal documents to support motion applications, mediation briefs, and pre-trial memoranda. Additionally, you will prepare and present legal educational seminars to the claims department.

Our ideal candidate possesses a strong background in insurance litigation, with a minimum of 2 years of experience. They should have expertise in drafting pleadings, reviewing voluminous productions, conducting discoveries, and trials/arbitration.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Member in good standing of the Law Society
  • Minimum of 2 years + of insurance litigation experience
  • Expertise in alternative dispute resolution, including independent preparation and conduct of mediations
  • Superior organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple case files simultaneously and independently
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective client relationships
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills combined with research and negotiating experience
Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
  • An industry-leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
  • An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
  • An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
Estimated Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per annum

The estimated salary range is based on industry standards and takes into account factors such as location, experience, and qualifications.



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