Claims Counsel

Law-Society-of-British-Columbi; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 145,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Competitive compensation

Job summary

The Law Society of British Columbia's Lawyers Indemnity Fund (LIF) is seeking a permanent, full-time Claims Counsel. You will manage and resolve claims under professional liability indemnification, trust protection, and trust shortage indemnification programs, with authority to settle up to $100,000 after a year of service.

The role requires strong advocacy, risk assessment, and the ability to develop strategies, negotiate settlements, and provide guidance to licensees and law firms.

Qualifications

• Must have Juris Doctor (J.D.) or LLB and be a member in good standing of the Law Society of BC.
• Minimum of five years of experience, preferably in a litigation or solicitor practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong analytical abilities, superior advocacy and sound judgment.
• Superior writing skills and ability to work effectively in stressful situations.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in commercial and real estate transactions, insolvency, securities, and wills and estates.

Responsibilities

• Investigating professional negligence and theft claims against lawyers
• Determining the applicability of indemnity coverage
• Managing the defence of actions by outside counsel, with the opportunity to act as defence counsel in some actions
• Developing and implementing strategies to effectively resolve claims and negotiating settlements
• Participating in loss prevention activities and providing information to covered lawyers on practice and risk issues
• Such other duties as LIF's Chief Operating Officer or a Director of Claims may require

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Advocacy

Judgment

Writing skills

Stress management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or LLB

Bar admission to Law Society (BC)

Job description

If you are looking for a career that is both challenging and rewarding, with an organization that values work/life balance, and a shared sense of purpose, look no further. The Lawyers Indemnity Fund (LIF) is seeking a permanent, full-time Claims Counsel. LIF is the Law Society of BC department that administers the indemnification program, protecting both BC licensees and the public they serve.

Claims Counsel are responsible for the management and cost-effective resolution of claims and potential claims under three Law Society programs: professional liability indemnification for lawyers, trust protection coverage for the benefit of the public, and trust shortage indemnification for lawyers (resulting from funds transfer fraud).

Claims Counsel efficiently manage an assigned caseload spanning various areas of law, with claims ranging from modest amounts up to and in excess of the $1 million indemnity limit.

Claims Counsel also provide advance rulings binding on LIF and the Law Society, give risk management advice, and prepare and deliver presentations and written material to licensees and law firms.

The nature of the work requires advanced advocacy and counsel skills to effectively resolve a broad variety of complex matters, and the exercise of significant judgment in unique circumstances. Claims Counsel exercise discretion to settle or defend individual claims and, after a year of service, have authority to settle up to $100,000.

The duties of the position include:

• Investigating professional negligence and theft claims against lawyers
• Determining the applicability of indemnity coverage
• Managing the defence of actions by outside counsel, with the opportunity to act as defence counsel in some actions
• Developing and implementing strategies to effectively resolve claims and negotiating settlements
• Participating in loss prevention activities and providing information to covered lawyers on practice and risk issues
• Such other duties as LIF's Chief Operating Officer or a Director of Claims may require

Qualifications

• Must have Juris Doctor (J.D.) or LLB and be a member in good standing of the Law Society of BC. An excellent reputation in the legal community is essential.
• Minimum of five years of experience, preferably in a litigation or solicitor practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong analytical abilities, superior advocacy and sound judgment.
• Superior writing skills and work effectively in stressful situations.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have experience or working knowledge in some or all of the areas of commercial and real estate transactions, insolvency, securities, and wills and estates.

The terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Law Society of BC and the Professional Employees Association apply to this position.

The salary range for this position is $145,326.22 to $176,101.67.

The Law Society of BC is dedicated to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to contribute to the future of our organization. In accordance with the Law Society of B.C.'s commitment to reconciliation, we seek to create a culturally safe space and to continue further improving relationships with Indigenous peoples.

The closing date for this competition is September 24, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Law Society of BC supports hybrid work schedules. This position is located at the Law Society of British Columbia office in the Yaletown area of Vancouver, BC.

845 Cambie Street

Vancouver, British Columbia

V6B 4Z9