Insurance Defence Associate (Hybrid)

Ignite Talent Solutions; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Insurance Defence Associate to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will manage complex insurance litigation cases, ensuring exceptional client service through effective communication and collaboration with partners. You will conduct legal research, draft essential legal documents, and represent clients at various legal proceedings. This position promises significant career growth opportunities, mentorship, and exposure to diverse litigation matters, making it an ideal opportunity for ambitious lawyers looking to advance their skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Benefits Package

Mentorship Opportunities

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of post-call experience in insurance defense.
• Exceptional written communication skills for legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings and affidavits.
• Represent clients at hearings and trials.

Skills

Legal Research

Drafting Legal Documents

Client Representation

Strong Written Communication

Teamwork

Proactive Thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Membership in Canadian Law Society

Job description

Insurance Defence Associate

Job description

Our client, a leading Canadian law firm, is seeking an Insurance Litigation Associate with 3 to 4 years of experience in insurance defence. The successful candidate will handle a diverse range of complex insurance litigation cases and contribute to a dynamic, high-performing and busy Insurance Litigation Practice Group.

Your new role

In this role, you will deliver exceptional client service by managing relationships and ensuring clear, timely communication. You will collaborate regularly with the firm’s partners, providing support in their active and demanding practices. Responsibilities include:

1. Conducting legal research
2. Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motion materials, and affidavits
3. Preparing for and attending examinations for discovery, mediations, and pre-trial conferences
4. Representing clients at hearings and trials

What you will need to succeed

The ideal candidate will handle a diverse range of complex insurance disputes, including coverage issues and specialty defense matters. The position requires a minimum of 3 years of post-call experience and membership in good standing with a Canadian law society. The candidate must excel under pressure, effectively manage priorities, and meet deadlines. Strong teamwork abilities, accountability, proactive thinking, and a positive attitude are essential. Additionally, the role demands exceptional written communication skills to handle detailed and technical legal documents.

What you will get in return

This position offers significant career growth opportunities within a supportive team environment. The role includes a competitive compensation and benefits package, ample mentorship, and professional development. You'll gain exposure to a diverse range of complex litigation matters, ideal for advancing your skills and expertise.

What you need to do now

If you are a talented and motivated lawyer looking for an exciting new opportunity, click 'apply now', or call us now at 647 370 8488 for a confidential discussion.