Associate - Trial & Defence
We are looking for a skilled and driven Associate with over five years of experience in insurance and civil litigation to join our litigation team in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will handle a variety of legal matters, including client advisory, conducting discoveries, mediations, trials, and appeals. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career with a globally recognized law firm, working on impactful cases across diverse sectors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide comprehensive legal advice and analysis on a range of litigation matters, including commercial, regulatory, construction, and specialty insurance claims.<br>• Manage litigation and coverage files from initial assessment to trial, including drafting pleadings, attending mediations, and preparing for trials.<br>• Conduct examinations for discovery and represent clients in pre-trial and trial proceedings.<br>• Draft and review legal correspondence, motions, and other court filings.<br>• Build and maintain strong relationships with insurers, insured clients, and other stakeholders.<br>• Appear in court to argue motions, attend mediations, and participate in other adjudicative hearings.<br>• Assist with trial preparations and handle trials independently or collaboratively with partners.<br>• Participate in business development opportunities, including attending bar association events.<br>• Contribute to practice management tasks and continuously develop your legal skillset.
<p>• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a recognized law school and licensed to practice in Ontario.</p><p>• A minimum of five years of experience in civil litigation and insurance coverage.</p><p>• Proven expertise in indemnity matters, with experience in handling cases related to design specialists, engineers, insurance brokers, and accountants.</p><p>• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.</p><p>• Demonstrated ability to develop effective legal strategies and communicate them clearly to clients.</p><p>• Excellent judgment, problem-solving abilities, and advocacy skills.</p><p>• High level of integrity, intellectual rigor, and a proactive approach to client relationship building.</p><p>• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.</p><p><br></p><p>This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client. </p><p> </p><p>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
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<p>This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.</p>
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- Toronto, ON
- onsite
- Permanent
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180000.00 - 220000.00 CAD / Yearly
- We are looking for a skilled and driven Associate with over five years of experience in insurance and civil litigation to join our litigation team in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will handle a variety of legal matters, including client advisory, conducting discoveries, mediations, trials, and appeals. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career with a globally recognized law firm, working on impactful cases across diverse sectors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide comprehensive legal advice and analysis on a range of litigation matters, including commercial, regulatory, construction, and specialty insurance claims.<br>• Manage litigation and coverage files from initial assessment to trial, including drafting pleadings, attending mediations, and preparing for trials.<br>• Conduct examinations for discovery and represent clients in pre-trial and trial proceedings.<br>• Draft and review legal correspondence, motions, and other court filings.<br>• Build and maintain strong relationships with insurers, insured clients, and other stakeholders.<br>• Appear in court to argue motions, attend mediations, and participate in other adjudicative hearings.<br>• Assist with trial preparations and handle trials independently or collaboratively with partners.<br>• Participate in business development opportunities, including attending bar association events.<br>• Contribute to practice management tasks and continuously develop your legal skillset.
- 2025-12-18T18:14:06Z