The Opportunity

The law clerk will be part of Definity’s Claims Litigation Unit and responsible for litigation clerking duties in that department.  The successful candidate will work under lawyers’ direction and guidance and will assist with tasks as assigned, including the following:

What to Expect 

• General file handling and practice management for civil litigation matters.
• Identifying and requesting documentation from client, counsel, or other parties.
• Management of all productions and undertakings, including organizing, indexing, etc.
• Review of documentation and preparation of summaries.
• Preparation of Affidavits of Documents.
• Preparation of pleadings.
• Drafting correspondence to clients, counsel, third parties, experts, etc.
• All aspects or arranging defense medical examinations including retaining experts and preparing medical briefs.
• All aspects of arranging surveillance.
• Preparation of motion materials.
• Providing input into the procedures and practices.
• Preparing materials for trials and/or hearings.
• Working within a paperless environment.  
• Performance other duties as required of a law clerk

What You Bring 

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a law clerk as part of a team practicing insurance litigation in Ontario or personal injury experience.
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and License Appeal Tribunal.
• Strong document management skills with the ability to learn and utilize Definity’s various software programs such as TeamConnect and ACL.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Outlook and all MS Office applications.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and execute tasks in a quality manner with strong turnaround time.
• High degree of personal ethics, integrity and responsibility with an ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard privileged and confidential information.
• Great attention to detail with proof reading skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple, yet sometimes conflicting priorities.
• Team player, adaptable to a changing environment.
• Ability to work in a paperless environment.

Salary Range: $59,300 - $109,200

High degree of proficiency with English required to service customers, both internal to the company and external, across Canada. 

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.

This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just “nice to have” — they’re essential to our success. 

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid work schedule for most roles
• Company share ownership program
• Incentive Program - Eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents 
• Wellness and recognition programs 
• Discounts on products and services

Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it.

It’s better here — but don’t take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting accessibility@economical.com.

This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).

#LI-Hybrid

Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering. 

We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.