Law Clerk Ii - Edmonton, Canada - TD Bank
Description
TD Description
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Department Overview
- Reporting to the Legal Office Supervisor/Senior Manager of Legal Support, assists the Lawyers handling
- P & C Insurance Legal Matters, representing TD Insurance or its Policyholders in civil litigation and no fault/accident benefits matters involving claims for monetary damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Reviews and analyzes new file assignments, organizes file contents, and prepares summary memoranda of medical, investigation and all documentary productions received. Updates/posts in electronic systems all relevant work completed on a file.
- Prepares affidavit of documents for review by Lawyer and arranges and manages undertakings chart.
- Organizes and prepares files for discovery/questioning.
- Follows up on undertakings and production requests.
- Prepares document briefs for expert reviews and drafts motions.
- Other duties as instructed by the Lawyers, which may vary by jurisdiction.
- Remains current with developments in the law; understands medical, scientific, construction, product liability, engineering issues and defences involved with such cases.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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SKILLS AND KEY COMPETENCIES
Education- Paralegal/Law Clerk diploma/certificate from a recognized educational institution or equivalent work experience at a reputable law firm or legal department.
- Background in insurance defence litigation, including personal injury and accident benefit claims (preferred), and/or general litigation experience.
- Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing.
- Ability to communicate effectively with insured clients, claims representative and court/tribunal staff.
- Excellent legal drafting skills and eye for detail.
- Motivated selfstarter with ability to work productively under pressure and deliver business results.
- Strong interpersonal & client service skills; professional and positive demeanour.
- Superior organization & priority setting skills, strong work ethic and ability to mutlitask.
- Conceptual and creative problemsolving skills.
Inclusiveness
At TD, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported.
We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve.
If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Job Family
- Legal Services
Job Category - Primary
- Legal Services
Job Category(s)
- Legal Services
Hours
- 35
Business Line
- TD Insurance
Time Type
- Full Time
Employment Type
- Regular
Country
- Canada
Province/State (Primary)
- Alberta
City (Primary)
- Edmonton
Work Location
A Avenue
Job Expires
- 16Jun2023
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