Counsel I, Accident Benefit Specialization
Location
Canada
Posted
6 days ago
Salary
$110K - $150K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Counsel I, Accident Benefit Specialization
TD
• Develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and hearing of accident benefit matters before the License Appeals Tribunal - advise, communicate and develop those strategies with TD Insurance claims representatives. • Conduct necessary and appropriate, arbitration hearings before the License Appeals Tribunal. • Research the law applicable to cases or matters. • Draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, legal factums and opinions as required. • Advise, communicate and consult with Claims Representatives, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. • Personally meet with, and maintain good relationships and communication with claims representatives. • Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, product liability, engineering issues and defenses involved accident benefits cases.
Job Requirements
- In good standing and licensed lawyer by the Law Society of Ontario.
- Background in insurance defense litigation, including accident benefit claims (preferred), and/or general litigation experience.
- Knowledge of legal and License Appeals Tribunal documents and procedures.
- Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with insured clients, claims representative, and tribunal members.
- Excellent legal drafting skills and eye for detail.
- Motivated self-starter with ability to work productively under pressure and deliver business results.
- Strong interpersonal & client service skills; professional and positive demeanor.
- Superior organization & priority setting skills, strong work ethic and ability to multi-task.
- Conceptual and creative problem solving skills
Benefits
- health and well-being benefits
- savings and retirement programs
- paid time off
- banking benefits and discounts
- career development
- reward and recognition programs
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