Law Clerk BI (12 Month Contract)

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 59,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Definity Insurance’s legal department is hiring a law clerk to support litigation matters in Ontario. The role involves handling files, managing productions, drafting affidavits, pleadings, and correspondence, and assisting two lawyers in a paperless, fast-paced environment.

Requirements include at least 2 years as a law clerk in insurance litigation or personal injury, knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure, and strong document management skills with Outlook and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as a law clerk in insurance litigation or personal injury in Ontario
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure
• Strong document management and ability to learn Definity software (TeamConnect, ACL)
• Proficiency with Outlook and MS Office
• Ability to prioritize, organize and meet deadlines
• High ethics, integrity and confidentiality
• Great attention to detail and proofreading
• Ability to work under pressure with competing priorities

Responsibilities

• General file handling and practice management for litigation matters
• Identify and request documentation from client, counsel, or other parties
• Manage productions and undertakings, including organizing, indexing
• Review documentation and prepare summaries
• Prepare Affidavits of Documents
• Prepare pleadings
• Draft correspondence to clients, counsel, third parties, experts, etc
• Prepare basic motion materials
• Prepare expert briefs
• Provide input into procedures and practices
• Work within a paperless environment
• Perform other duties as required of a law clerk

Skills

Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Proced

Outlook proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Ethics and confidentiality

Attention to detail

Team player

Paperless environment experience

Tools

TeamConnect

ACL

Job description

Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.

The Opportunity

Work is a big part of our lives, so it makes sense to choose a company that offers truly rewarding work. At Definity Insurance®, your contributions, creativity, and energy won’t go to waste. Our passionate culture and pioneering mentality infuse everything we do, which is why our one-million-plus policyholders know we’ll protect their homes, businesses, farms, cars, and pets like they’re our own.

We’re not afraid to see how far we can push the envelope to make insurance better. Our family of companies includes Sonnet, the only Canadian home and auto insurer offering a fully online buying experience, and Petline, the largest Canadian pet insurance company.

If you’re looking for a company that takes care of its people — and its customers — and has a track record of doing big things, get ready to love it here.

The law clerk will be part of the Definity legal department and will be responsible for all clerk duties of the litigation area. The successful candidate will work under the direction and guidance of approximately 2 lawyers and will assist with tasks as assigned, including the following.

What to Expect

• General file handling and practice management for litigation matters.
• Identifying and requesting documentation from client, counsel, or other parties.
• Managing of all productions and undertakings, including organizing, indexing, etc.
• Reviewing of documentation and preparing summaries.
• Preparing Affidavits of Documents.
• Preparing of pleadings.
• Drafting correspondence to clients, counsel, third parties, experts, etc.
• Preparing basic motion materials.
• Preparing expert briefs.
• Providing input into procedures and practices.
• Working within a paperless environment.
• Performing other duties as required of a law clerk.

What you Bring

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a law clerk as part of a team practicing insurance litigation in Ontario or personal injury experience.
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Strong document management skills with the ability to learn and utilize Definity’s various software programs such as TeamConnect and ACL.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Outlook and all MS Office applications.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and execute tasks in a quality manner with strong turnaround time.
• High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and responsibility with an ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard privileged and confidential information.
• Great attention to detail with proof reading skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple, yet sometimes conflicting priorities.
• Team player, adaptable to a changing environment.
• Ability to work in a paperless environment.

Salary Range: $59,300 - $109,200

High degree ofproficiencywith Englishrequiredto service customers, both internal to the company and external, across Canada.

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.

This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

We also take potential into consideration.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].

As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).