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Perform a variety of legal assistant and administrative duties for assigned attorneys, many of which are unique to a legal environment and require a working knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, and processes. Assist with general office support efforts as requested and assigned Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities Effectively compose various legal documentation including but not limited to pleadings, discovery, subpoenas and draft correspondence. Review incoming mail to determine urgency and work with attorneys accordingly. Provide necessary telephone assistance including, but not limited to, answering callers routine questions. Maintain attorney calendar as well as maintain diary and tickler dates appropriately. Review calendar daily and proactively handle upcoming events and determine dates upon which various pleadings must be served and filed. Input and maintain information into case management system and ensure data integrity. Maintain, organize and index all case files for staff attorneys; file correspondence, pleadings and other documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Schedule/coordinate depositions, medical examinations and other court designated hearings. Retain court reporters and interpreters, if necessary. Act as a liaison with experts and witnesses in scheduling/ coordinating appearances and/or depositions along with documentation retrieval. Act as a liaison between client and Staff Counsel office by furnishing and requesting information as needed and assist in completion of administrative reports. Assist with Trial preparation. Summarize discovery responses and draft standard discovery motions. Conduct preliminary legal research as necessary. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or its equivalent required. Minimum of 3 years experience as a legal assistant required. Education, Work Experience, & Knowledge Experience in insurance defense litigation preferred. Superior written and oral communication skills. Sufficient interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their staff, clients, witnesses and outside vendors. Highly proficient in MS Word, MS Outlook, Excel and Powerpoint. Familiar with the usage of a case management system and other software applications. Environmental / Work Schedules / Other Travel Required 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.

Company Summary Come work for a company that’s committed to the success of each and every employee. A place where innovators and collaborators come together and build on each other’s talents.   FCT provides industry-leading title insurance, default solutions and other real estate related products and services to legal, lending, valuation and real estate professionals across Canada. With FCT, you will have the opportunity to build a meaningful career. Join us as we continue to do exciting work and make a big impact on our colleagues, customers and communities.   Job Summary   We are continually searching for great talent; individuals who possess a deep commitment to the customers and markets we serve. If you would like to join a company that is committed to the success of each employee and offers challenge, purpose and the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in a team-oriented environment, you'll enjoy a career with us!   JOB SUMMARY Claims Counsel are lawyers who are responsible for investigating and handling more complex claims to resolution. As a member of the Legal Department, your work will focus on providing direction to Claims Handlers on less complex claims, reviewing denials and handling more complex claims. Your input will be sought as we rely on our claims experience to shape our underwriting decisions and product explorations. HERE’S HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE: Investigate, evaluate, determine loss and defense coverage liability and resolve complex claim files Determine need to retain outside counsel and instruct outside counsel on claim files Manage claims and/or litigation through to final resolution. Including negotiating with claimant / opposing counsel / third parties for resolution. Attend mediations and other required court appearances / processes Direct supervision of claims files being handled by other Claims Handlers As the Claims subject matter expert, provide guidance to our Claims Handlers Monitoring of claim files to identify trends which highlight a need for a change in policy or procedure, or which may impact the company on a larger scale Review and approve denials from Claims Handlers   HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BRING: Call to the Bar of at least one Canadian Province or Territory and in good standing LLB or JD 3-8 years professional experience in commercial and residential real estate Bilingual (French/English) preferred, but not required Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of complex files Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills Ability to exercise independent judgement, innovation and initiative Ability to multi-task and adhere to numerous concurrent deadlines The Great Place to Work® Institute has named FCT one of Canada’s Top 50 Best Workplaces and one of the Best Workplaces in Canada for Women. We’re also one of Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces™ in North America. By joining us, you will not only be part of an award-winning organization, you will be part of a workforce that is engaged and empowered to succeed. Thank you for considering FCT. We look forward to meeting you.   In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of FCT’s hiring process. To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply, please provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation. FCT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers, promotions, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and other terms and conditions of employment will be on the basis of the qualifications of the individual regardless of race, colour, place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, handicap (including mental and physical disability), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, creed (religion), marital status, family status (being in a parent/child relationship), age, record of offences, or any other basis prohibited by the applicable provincial or federal human rights legislation.

S iemens Healthineers is building tomorrow’s talent.     Siemens Healthineers is seeking to fill an in-house Legal Administrative Assistant position based at our Oakville, Ontario head office. Reporting to the General Counsel, this is an opportunity to join a team dedicated to providing best-in-class legal advice that is integrated with business strategies and objectives.     Who Are We Siemens Healthineers enables healthcare providers worldwide to increase value by empowering them on their journey towards expanding precision medicine, transforming care delivery, improving patient experience and digitalizing healthcare. A leader in medical technology, Siemens Healthineers is constantly innovating its portfolio of products and services in its core areas of diagnostic and therapeutic imaging and in laboratory diagnostics and molecular medicine. Siemens Healthineers is also actively developing its digital health services and enterprise services. In fiscal 2018, which ended on September 30, 2018, Siemens Healthineers generated revenue of €13.4 billion and adjusted profit of €2.3 billion and has about 50,000 employees worldwide in 75 countries.     As a leading global healthcare company, we at Siemens Healthineers develop innovations that support better patient outcomes with greater efficiencies, giving providers the confidence they need to meet the clinical, operational, and financial challenges of a changing healthcare landscape. As a leader in medical imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and healthcare information technology, we have a keen understanding of the entire patient care continuum - from prevention and early detection to diagnosis and treatment.   For more than 100 years, Siemens Healthineers in Canada has stood for engineering expertise with a pioneering spirit in exploring and developing business opportunities to help healthcare providers achieve their goal of improving outcomes while reducing costs. From the Atlantic to Pacific oceans, our 800 employees in Canada work together to deliver solutions for healthcare providers, resulting in 70% of medical decisions being influenced by the technologies we provide.     O u r I m p a c t :     70% of critical clinical decisions are influenced by the type of technology we provide     More than 31 million Canadians benefit from Siemens Healthineers products every year     An average of 85,000 Canadians per day receive treatment or tests from a Siemens Healthineers device     Siemens Healthineers participates in 30 healthcare research collaborations in Canada     https://www.healthcare.siemens.ca/healthcare-company-profile/about     Responsibilities     Support highly confidential and time sensitive matters for General Counsel and act professionally in responding to key stakeholders Using Siemens systems and protocols, book and coordinate travel (including booking flights, accommodations and all related arrangements) for team of 3 lawyers Coordinate expense reporting for lawyers relating to CPD, travel, etc. Schedule and book meetings/meetings rooms/book conference lines for legal personnel Support SharePoint legal contracts database by uploading contracts and contract materials, performing regular checks and database maintenance Assist commercial counsel with contract management tools, including tracking sheets, contract review processes and contract reviews Assist with preparation of and maintaining legal precedents/materials, templates, and PPT presentations on SharePoint Support lawyers in review of confidentiality agreements, identification of high level risks during contract review, for risks and assist with review of final contracts to ensure that all requested changes have been implemented, and document comparisonassist lawyers to ensure that negotiated contract terms have been properly included in contract terms using document comparison software Assist with formatting of legal documents and presentations Assist with procurement of IT/Office supplies for legal department Development and maintenance of a reminder system (action items/to dos)?     Qualifications     Ontario Legal admin/assistant/clerk via a Ccollege degree, College Diploma or equivalent with focus on legal administration, legal clerk, or similar accreditation or associates degree Prior administrative experience in a law firm or in-house environment Character and professional references     How to Apply     Start challenging yourself today in an environment that rewards innovation with competitive pay, top benefits and a global network offering opportunity for growth and advancement. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, please apply online.     Siemens Healthineers is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, Siemens Healthineers will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment .     While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.     Siemens Healthineers is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, Siemens Healthineers will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process. All qualified applicnts will receive consideration for employment .