In House Legal Counsel I

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About the role

We’re looking for an In-House Legal Counsel I, (one year contract) to join our growing team!
What you’ll do here:

• Responsible for providing legal representation to the claims department and its insureds on Property and Casualty litigation files.
• Responsible for handling insurance defence files from beginning to conclusion.
• Prepares and delivers initial report providing recommendations on liability, quantum assessment and file management strategy.
• Advises client on need for further investigation. Advises client on creative and pro-active options intended to achieve earlier file resolution.
• Uses civil procedure rules to compel plaintiff document production and early discovery dates. Drafts opinions, pleadings, affidavits and other documents supporting motions applications, mediation briefs and pre-trial memoranda.
• Prepares and conducts applications/motions, discoveries, mediations, arbitrations, pre-trial conferences and trials.
• Researches and advises client on issues impacting on claim. Reports to client following discovery examinations or on receipt of information impacting on quantum assessment or early file resolution.
• Advises client on developing trends in law.
• Negotiates settlement with opposing counsel. Provides verbal and written opinions on insurance policy interpretation and coverage issues.
• Prepares and presents educational seminars to claims department. Maintains productive communications with claims department and individual adjusters.
• Works as part of the Litigation Department team to implement programs and procedures to achieve cost-efficient and quality legal services.
• Handle insurance litigation files of varying complexities from beginning to conclusion.
• Draft opinions, pleadings, affidavits and other legal documents to support applications, mediations, judicial settlement conferences and trials.
• Independently prepare and conduct applications, discoveries, mediations, arbitration, pre-trial conferences and trials.
• Prepare and present legal educational seminars to the claims department and help your Intact colleagues from other departments on inquiries.
• Maintain productive and effective communications with claims department and adjusters.

What you bring to the table:

• Member in good standing of the Law Society.
• Minimum of 2 years of insurance litigation experience.
• Experience in legal research and writing, including authorship of legal opinions.
• Experience in drafting pleadings, conducting discoveries, mediations, application documents and pre-hearing memoranda.
• Proficiency in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes.
• Trial experience, particularly independent trial experience, is a definite asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, combined with research and negotiation experience.
• Have superior organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple case files simultaneously.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective client relationships.

What we offer

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a temporary member of our team:

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities.

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

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