Junior Claims Legal Counsel
Desjardins
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Mississauga • 🇨🇦 Canada
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Junior
About the role
- Independently carry a case load of litigation files from start to finish
- Provide assessments to claims partners on liability and quantum of damages
- Draft opinions, pleadings, and motions
- Conduct Examinations for Discovery
- Attend case-conferences, LAT hearings/arbitrations as well as Court for motions, pre-trials and trials
- Share and contribute to the growth of legal knowledge with colleagues
- Be part of a team that focuses on and delivers exceptional client experience and superior legal services
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in law, Juris Doctor or in a related field
- A minimum of five years of relevant experience
- Experience with trials and/or arbitrations
- Experience with Accident Benefits and Bodily Injury Insurance
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
- Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
- Group insurance including telemedicine
- Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
litigationdrafting opinionspleadingsmotionsExaminations for DiscoverytrialsarbitrationsAccident BenefitsBodily Injury Insurance
Soft skills
client experiencelegal knowledge sharingteam collaboration
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in lawJuris DoctorLaw Society of Ontario membership