Claims Counsel - Hybrid
Overview
Our client, a specialty insurance company with a niche market position, is seeking to add a Claims Counsel to their team. As Claims Counsel you will interact with policyholders in investigating, evaluating, defending, and resolving errors and omissions claims against them.Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the claims process, including:
- Managing a portfolio of interesting claim files spanning various areas.
- Managing claims in-house and directing external legal counsel and professionals in resolving them
- Instructing, formulating, and implementing litigation and repair strategy from monitoring to defense, motions, trials, and appeals.
- Working with top Ontario Counsel in high-profile matters.
- Handling cutting-edge legal issues
- Coverage evaluation.
- Setting claim reserves.
- Reviewing, interpreting, negotiating, and drafting agreements.
- Responding to insureds and claimants.
- Litigation management.
- Negotiation of settlement and authorizing payments as required.
- Investigating, evaluating, and resolving claims directly and in conjunction with internal and external counsel, claims adjusters, and consultants.
- Acting as a legal resource for the company’s various business units.
Requirements:
You are the ideal candidate if you have/are:
- A JD/LLB and are licensed and in good standing as a lawyer in Canada;
- A minimum of 8 years of litigation experience (more experience is welcomed!) in one or more of the following areas: civil litigation, real estate litigation, corporate/commercial or tax litigation.
- In-house insurance industry experience is considered an asset;
- Able to identify and implement file strategy in conjunction with external counsel and the insured, and revise strategy where necessary to achieve the desired outcome;
- Able to take a proactive and creative approach to claims handling;
- Keen to develop expertise in many areas of law, including insurance coverage;
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet demanding deadlines;
- Are able to make effective use of technology;
- Strong critical thinking and analytical capabilities;
- Forward thinking and have a collaborative approach to problem-solving;
- Ability to learn quickly;
- Solid litigation and people skills are required.
If this describes you, and you are interested in joining an organization that provides a competitive compensation package, a stimulating work environment, and promotes great work-life balance, send us your details.
Life After Law
1920 Yonge Street,
Suite 200
Toronto, ON
M4S 3E2
abesa@lifeafterlaw.com
www.lifeafterlaw.com
We thank all applicants. Only those candidates with the required expertise will be contacted.
City
Toronto
Category
IN-HOUSE COUNSEL
Practice Areas
Insurance
Work Type
Permanent / Full Time