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Counsel, Claims LitigationDefinity • Calgary, AB, CA
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Counsel, Claims Litigation

Counsel, Claims Litigation

Definity • Calgary, AB, CA
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Responsibilities :

  • Independent carriage of tort litigation files, including attending trials and appeals, contested applications, preparing court documents, reviewing and analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses, conducting out-of-court examinations and questionings, acting in mediations or other ADR, engaging and instructing medical, financial and technical experts, surveillance and other third parties supporting litigation, client reporting and providing legal opinions and devising recommended strategies, negotiating settlements and drafting settlement documents, and working with and delegating to support staff
  • Opportunity for a varied litigation practice, including carriage of property damage, construction, commercial general liability, bodily injury and subrogated claims, from inception through to trial
  • Contribute to the development of overall Claims Litigation Unit strategies and policies
  • Play an advisory role to Definity’s Claims department in relation to litigation strategy and claims litigation

What can you expect in this role?

  • Independent carriage of tort litigation files, including attending trials and appeals, contested applications, preparing court documents, reviewing and analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses, conducting out-of-court examinations and questionings, acting in mediations or other ADR, engaging and instructing medical, financial and technical experts, surveillance and other third parties supporting litigation, client reporting and providing legal opinions and devising recommended strategies, negotiating settlements and drafting settlement documents, and working with and delegating to support staff
  • Opportunity for a varied litigation practice, including carriage of property damage, construction, commercial general liability, bodily injury and subrogated claims, from inception through to trial
  • Contribute to the development of overall Claims Litigation Unit strategies and policies
  • Play an advisory role to Definity’s Claims department in relation to litigation strategy and claims litigation
  • What do you bring to the role?

  • Law Degree from an accredited law school (LLB or Juris Doctor)
  • Licensed by the Law Society of Alberta to practice as a lawyer in Alberta
  • 2+ years of post-call experience working in civil litigation, with preference given to insurance litigation with a law firm or in-house legal provider
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
  • A valid Alberta Motor Vehicle Operators License - Some travel within the province is required
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills across a range of contexts
  • Excellent negotiation and facilitation skills with a proven capability for effective presentation tools / methods
  • Sound judgment, with the ability to critically analyze situations, problem-solve, and deal with ambiguity and have the ability to provide meaningful advice and recommendations
  • Ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple, yet sometimes conflicting priorities
  • High degree of personal ethics, integrity and responsibility with an ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard confidential information
  • Experience handling complex claims, contested applications and / or appeals
  • The ideal candidate should have an interest in oral and written advocacy - Trial experience will be considered an asset
  • Assertiveness in practice, but reasonable and forthright
  • Team player, adaptable to a changing environment
  • This role requires clearance of a background check and disciplinary action check
  • High degree of proficiency with English is required to service customers, both internal to the company and external, across Canada.

    Salary Range : $108,700 - $158,700

    About Us

    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 encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just “nice to have” — they’re essential to our success.

    What’s in it for you?

  • Hybrid work schedule for most roles
  • Company share ownership program
  • Incentive Program - Eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.
  • Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
  • Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
  • Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
  • Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
  • Wellness and recognition programs
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Definity was named by Great Place to Work ® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.

    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 accessibility@economical.com.

    Background checks

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

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