Insurance Defence Legal Assistant

Hays; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in insurance defence litigation is seeking a skilled professional to join their dynamic team. This role offers a balanced hybrid work environment, allowing you to split your time between the office and home. With a focus on complex cases, you will collaborate closely with experienced partners and have the chance to mentor and develop your legal skills. This firm values talent and offers a supportive culture, making it an ideal place for career growth. If you are passionate about legal excellence and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Work-from-home flexibility

Mentorship opportunities

Career advancement

Team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industry experience in insurance defence.
• Strong knowledge of complex insurance defence files.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex insurance defence cases with municipalities and insurers.
• Work in a team-oriented environment with founding partners.

Skills

Insurance Defence Knowledge

Civil Litigation Experience

Commercial Litigation Experience

Support for Associates

Job description

Legal Recruitment - 416-640-8085 - [e-mail]

Your new company:

This mid-sized insurance defence litigation firm is well regarded as a leader in the space and has a hybrid work policy, requiring two days on-site per week.

Remote work flexibility has been part of their culture pre-pandemic, with all employees working remotely three days per week.

The firm recognizes and fosters talent through mentorship and opportunities for advancement, often hiring recent graduates in Reception and gradually developing their skills toward roles such as Legal Assistant or Law Clerk.

Your new job:

Their work involves complex insurance defence cases, working with municipalities, insurers, and financial institutions, rather than straightforward MVA files. The founding Partners have cultivated a collegial and team-oriented environment that is highly regarded.

What you need to succeed:

• At least 3 years of industry experience
• Strong knowledge of insurance defence with complex files
• Civil litigation or larger insurance defence experience
• Experience in commercial litigation
• Experience supporting associates directly

What you get in return:

• Work-from-home and office time split 50/50
• Salary between $75,000 and $85,000

Next steps:

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application. I look forward to connecting with you.

Additional information:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal and Administrative
• Industries: Law Practice, Legal Services, Insurance