Junior Claims Legal Counsel

Desjardins

. Independently carry a case load of litigation files from start to finish .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing litigation files, providing assessments on liability and damages, and drafting legal documents. Proven ability to conduct examinations for discovery and represent clients in various legal proceedings, ensuring exceptional client service and collaboration within a legal team.

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Litigation Case ManagementAccident Benefits InsuranceBodily Injury InsuranceDrafting Legal DocumentsTrial and Arbitration Experience

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Hard Skills

Litigation Case ManagementDrafting OpinionsDrafting PleadingsDrafting MotionsConducting Examinations for DiscoveryAttending Case-ConferencesAttending LAT HearingsAttending Pre-TrialsAttending TrialsProviding Liability Assessments

Soft Skills

Action OrientedCollaboratesCustomer FocusInterpersonal SavvyNimble LearningPersuadesPlans and Aligns

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in LawJuris DoctorMember in Good Standing with the Law Society of Ontario

Industry Keywords

LitigationAuto ClaimsCommercial LinesSubrogationCoverage MattersQuantum of DamagesLegal ServicesLegal Knowledge Growth

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently carry a case load of litigation files from start to finish
Defend auto claims, accident benefits, bodily injury, commercial lines, property, subrogation, and coverage matters
Provide assessments to claims partners on liability and quantum of damages
Draft opinions, pleadings, and motions
Conduct Examinations for Discovery
Attend case-conferences, Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) hearings/arbitrations, motions, pre-trials and trials
Share and contribute to the growth of legal knowledge with colleagues
Deliver exceptional client experience and superior legal services
Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a team-oriented legal environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in law, Juris Doctor or in a related field
A minimum of five years of relevant experience
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Experience with trials and/or arbitrations
Experience with Accident Benefits and Bodily Injury Insurance
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Ability to independently carry a case load of litigation files from start to finish
Ability to provide assessments on liability and quantum of damages
Experience drafting opinions, pleadings, and motions
Experience conducting Examinations for Discovery
Experience attending case-conferences, Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) hearings/arbitrations, motions, pre-trials and trials
Action oriented
Collaborates
Customer Focus
Differences
Interpersonal Savvy
Nimble learning
Persuades
Plans and aligns

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Work life balance is honoured and encouraged
Personal and professional development support
Leader directly invested in personal and professional development and career goals
Teamwork and collaboration environment
Accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process