- Primarily handle complex First Party Accident Benefits cases from inception through to hearing, and appeal, if necessary, demonstrating exceptional advocacy and technical skill.
- Demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills.
- Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other legal documents as required.
- Proactively identify and communicate exposure and risk in a timely manner to insured clients and claim partners.
- Build and foster internal and external client relationships with a customer centric focus.
- Provide leadership through mentoring other lawyers and legal support staff.
- Provide internal and external training, seminars and legal updates to colleagues and claim partners.
- Initiate special projects and identify other opportunities to support office goals/business needs.
- Adhere to standards of excellence in file organization and management.
- Travel as required to meet business needs.
- Senior Associate/Partner level of experience
- Proven track record of LAT hearing and/or trial skills and techniques
- Successful completion of the bar and ethics examinations in the province(s) in which representation is required
- Exceptional and articulate presentation skills
- Strong and persuasive oral advocacy and writing skills
- Graduation from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
- Active license to practice law.
- Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
- Retirement: Travelers provides a core contribution of 3% of your total eligible earnings to your Deferred Profit Sharing Plan ("DPSP"). Travelers also matches your savings plan contribution dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of base pay.
- Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off ("PTO") annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 36 PTO days per year. You will also receive twelve paid company Holidays.
- Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Life Balance program provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through Life Balance, you're eligible for free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist.
- Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
- Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
- Retirement: Travelers provides a core contribution of 3% of your total eligible earnings to your Deferred Profit Sharing Plan ("DPSP"). Travelers also matches your savings plan contribution dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of base pay.
- Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off ("PTO") annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 36 PTO days per year. You will also receive twelve paid company Holidays.
- Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
- Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
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Senior Counsel - Toronto, Canada - Travelers
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Who Are We?
Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That's Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers – and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.
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1What Is the Opportunity?
The in-house litigation department at Travelers Canada of Van Arnhem & Associates is looking for a lawyer to join our talented and dedicated team. We are seeking a lawyer with exceptional knowledge and expertise in Accident Benefits. The candidate will handle only Accident Benefits matters or can complement their practice with liability/tort matters. They will be responsible for proactively handling high exposure cases and complex matters.What Will You Do?
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodation to persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment or interview process we will work with you to accommodate your needs.
