Allstate Canada
Canada
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
The Senior Consultant I provides legal support for the Insurance Operations group and business clients, which includes collaborating with other areas of the L&R department. The position conducts and analyzes legal research, identifies issues, and drafts/forms conclusions.
Who is Allstate: Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise. Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do. Role Designation: Remote Benefits to joining Allstate · Flexible Work Arrangements · Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services) · Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment) · Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans · Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions · Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing. · Personal reflection day · Tuition Reimbursement · Working within the community and giving back! Allstate Canada Group (ACG) is looking for a Legal Counsel, Property Liability (Quebec) to join its Law & Regulation Department. We are looking for a creative and high energy Bilingual legal counsel interested in working at the nexus of law, business, insurance, advocacy and consumers. ACG’s Law and Regulation department is growing to enable our service businesses to thrive as well as support matters across the business. The incumbent in this role will work with a variety of different stakeholder groups across the business and offer key support to the Product, Risk, Technology, Distribution, Claims, and Marketing functions, as well as collaborate with other areas of the Law & Regulation Department. Successful candidates for this role should have the significant knowledge of Corporate Law, PL Market Conduct, Insurance Products, Underwriting Practices, Regulatory Compliance, Advocacy, and Claims Management, as it relates to the marketing and distribution of insurance products in the province of Quebec. Accountabilities: Provide solutions-oriented strategic legal counseling to enable business units to achieve business objectives in compliance with applicable law and regulations. Complex research as to applicability of pertinent laws, statutes, regulations, rules, and other legal authority; ability to summarize concisely and collaborate with other areas of company to determine impact of new legal authority on business and enable action plans Support the Product, Distribution and Claims function with insurance and/or claims related questions, including policy interpretation and opinions. Review and provide legal advice related to company documents, policy, practices, and procedures. Review regulatory requests, surveys and provide strategic guidance on market conduct compliance. Track regulatory guidance, updates and market trends and counsel the business on key issues. Support intellectual property, trademarks and brand protection matters. Support marketing and advertising activities, including reviews of product and/or program marketing and advertising, contests, and promotions. Skills and attributes for success Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as advocacy Demonstrated strategic and data driven mindset. Ability to build relationships across multiple areas of the business. Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and navigate competing priorities and agendas successfully. Ability to adapt and integrate own experience with Enterprise-wide strategy Continuous improvement mindset Qualifications: Law degree from a Canadian law school or equivalent Member of the Barreau du Québec or the Chambre des notaires du Québec 3+ years of Insurance and/or Corporate Law experience Experience in a highly regulated environment Excellent command of spoken and written French and English – this is a bilingual role. Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. À propos d’Allstate?: Allstate du Canada, compagnie d’assurance est chef de file dans le domaine des assurances automobile et habitation; elle offre à ses clients des produits et services de prévention et de protection qui conviennent à toutes les étapes de la vie. Au service des Canadiens depuis 1953, l’entreprise met tout en œuvre pour que non seulement ses clients, mais aussi ses employés soient en bonnes mainsMD, comme en fait foi sa présence au palmarès des Employeurs de choix au Canada neuf années de suite, notamment en favorisant une culture organisationnelle inclusive et accueillante. Allstate du Canada tient à contribuer au mieux-être des communautés dans lesquelles elle exerce ses activités au moyen de partenariats avec des organismes caritatifs et de programmes misant sur la générosité de ses employés. À Allstate, nous avons conscience que la qualité de nos produits découle directement du niveau de satisfaction du personnel à l’égard de l’entreprise. C’est pourquoi nous misons sur le maintien d’une culture où les employés se sentent valorisés et où ils peuvent poursuivre une carrière passionnante. Les cinq piliers de notre proposition de valeur aux employés – possibilités, souplesse, esprit communautaire, diversité et environnement familial – permettent de s’épanouir de façon unique. La désignation du rôle est « À distance ». Les avantages offerts par Allstate La flexibilité des modalités de travail; Des rabais d’employé (15?% sur les assurances automobile et habitation, ainsi que des rabais sur de nombreux autres produits et services); Le programme Bureau en bonnes mains (jusqu’à 400?$ sont octroyés pour se procurer de l’équipement de bureau nécessaire à domicile); Un programme de paiement de contrepartie pour le remboursement des prêts étudiants aux programmes gouvernementaux; Un régime d’épargne-retraite complet prévoyant des cotisations de contrepartie de l’employeur; Une allocation annuelle couvrant des dépenses effectuées pour améliorer sa santé et son bien-être; Un Jour de réflexion personnelle; Le remboursement de droits de scolarité; Une implication dans la vie communautaire. Description du poste : Le Groupe Allstate du Canada (GAC) est à la recherche d’un conseiller juridique ou d’une conseillère juridique, produits d’assurance de dommages (Québec) au sein de son Unité de lois et règlement. Le ou la titulaire du poste est une personne bilingue créative et dynamique qui s’intéresse aux liens qui unissent le droit, les affaires, l’assurance, la mobilisation et la clientèle. L’Unité des lois et règlements du GAC connait un essor pour répondre aux demandes qui incombent à notre service et soutenir l’entreprise, relativement à divers sujets. Le ou la titulaire de ce poste travaillera avec différents groupes d’intervenants de l’ensemble de l’entreprise et offrira un soutien clé en lien avec les services de la gestion des produits, des risques, des technologies, de la distribution, des réclamations et du marketing, ainsi qu’avec d’autres services de l’Unité des lois et règlements. Pour bien réussir dans ce rôle, le ou la titulaire du poste doit posséder d’excellentes connaissances relatives au marketing et à la distribution de produits d’assurance dans la province de Québec, en droits des sociétés, en pratiques commerciales de produits d’assurance de dommages, en produits d’assurance, en pratiques de souscription, en conformité à la règlementation, en mobilisation et en gestion des réclamations. Responsabilités : Offrir des conseils juridiques stratégiques axés sur les solutions pour permettre aux unités d’affaires d’atteindre leurs objectifs opérationnels tout en se conformant aux lois et aux règlements applicables. Offrir des conseils juridiques en matière de vie privée et de technologie à toutes les unités d’affaires, plus particulièrement sur les technologies émergentes et les produits issus de nouvelles technologies. Appuyer les services des produits, de la distribution et des réclamations en répondant aux questions relatives à l’assurance ou aux réclamations, y compris l’interprétation de politiques et la présentation d’opinions. Examiner et fournir des conseils juridiques relatifs aux documents, aux politiques, aux pratiques et aux procédures de l’entreprise. Examiner les demandes de règlementation et les sondages, et fournir des conseils stratégiques sur la conformité aux pratiques commerciales. Assurer le suivi des conseils et des mises à jour règlementaires, et des tendances commerciales; offrir des conseils sur des enjeux opérationnels clés. Appuyer la protection de la propriété intellectuelle, des marques de commerce et de l’image de marque. Appuyer les activités de marketing et de publicité, y compris la revue de produits et/ou de programmes de marketing et de publicité, des concours et des promotions. Compétences : Excellentes compétences en communication orale et écrite, ainsi qu’en mobilisation; Approche éprouvée axée sur la stratégie et les données; Capacité à établir des relations dans plusieurs secteurs d’une entreprise; Capacité à communiquer efficacement avec les intervenants et à gérer des priorités et des horaires concurrents avec succès; Capacité d’adaptation et d’intégration de sa propre expérience à la stratégie globale de l’entreprise; Approche axée sur l’amélioration continue. Exigences et qualifications : Diplôme en droit d’une faculté de droit canadienne ou formation équivalente; Membre en règle du Barreau du Québec ou de la Chambre des notaires du Québec; 3 années d’expérience pertinente ou plus en droit d’assurances ou en droit des sociétés; Expérience dans un environnement hautement règlementé; Maîtrise du français et de l’anglais puisque ce rôle est bilingue.
Skills
Customer Centricity, Digital Literacy, Inclusive Leadership, Learning Agility, Results-Oriented
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.®
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
The Senior Consultant I provides legal support for the Insurance Operations group and business clients, which includes collaborating with other areas of the L&R department. The position conducts and analyzes legal research, identifies issues, and drafts/forms conclusions.
Who is Allstate: Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise. Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do. Role Designation: Remote Benefits to joining Allstate · Flexible Work Arrangements · Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services) · Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment) · Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans · Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions · Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing. · Personal reflection day · Tuition Reimbursement · Working within the community and giving back! Allstate Canada Group (ACG) is looking for a Legal Counsel, Property Liability (Quebec) to join its Law & Regulation Department. We are looking for a creative and high energy Bilingual legal counsel interested in working at the nexus of law, business, insurance, advocacy and consumers. ACG’s Law and Regulation department is growing to enable our service businesses to thrive as well as support matters across the business. The incumbent in this role will work with a variety of different stakeholder groups across the business and offer key support to the Product, Risk, Technology, Distribution, Claims, and Marketing functions, as well as collaborate with other areas of the Law & Regulation Department. Successful candidates for this role should have the significant knowledge of Corporate Law, PL Market Conduct, Insurance Products, Underwriting Practices, Regulatory Compliance, Advocacy, and Claims Management, as it relates to the marketing and distribution of insurance products in the province of Quebec. Accountabilities: Provide solutions-oriented strategic legal counseling to enable business units to achieve business objectives in compliance with applicable law and regulations. Complex research as to applicability of pertinent laws, statutes, regulations, rules, and other legal authority; ability to summarize concisely and collaborate with other areas of company to determine impact of new legal authority on business and enable action plans Support the Product, Distribution and Claims function with insurance and/or claims related questions, including policy interpretation and opinions. Review and provide legal advice related to company documents, policy, practices, and procedures. Review regulatory requests, surveys and provide strategic guidance on market conduct compliance. Track regulatory guidance, updates and market trends and counsel the business on key issues. Support intellectual property, trademarks and brand protection matters. Support marketing and advertising activities, including reviews of product and/or program marketing and advertising, contests, and promotions. Skills and attributes for success Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as advocacy Demonstrated strategic and data driven mindset. Ability to build relationships across multiple areas of the business. Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and navigate competing priorities and agendas successfully. Ability to adapt and integrate own experience with Enterprise-wide strategy Continuous improvement mindset Qualifications: Law degree from a Canadian law school or equivalent Member of the Barreau du Québec or the Chambre des notaires du Québec 3+ years of Insurance and/or Corporate Law experience Experience in a highly regulated environment Excellent command of spoken and written French and English – this is a bilingual role. Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. À propos d’Allstate?: Allstate du Canada, compagnie d’assurance est chef de file dans le domaine des assurances automobile et habitation; elle offre à ses clients des produits et services de prévention et de protection qui conviennent à toutes les étapes de la vie. Au service des Canadiens depuis 1953, l’entreprise met tout en œuvre pour que non seulement ses clients, mais aussi ses employés soient en bonnes mainsMD, comme en fait foi sa présence au palmarès des Employeurs de choix au Canada neuf années de suite, notamment en favorisant une culture organisationnelle inclusive et accueillante. Allstate du Canada tient à contribuer au mieux-être des communautés dans lesquelles elle exerce ses activités au moyen de partenariats avec des organismes caritatifs et de programmes misant sur la générosité de ses employés. À Allstate, nous avons conscience que la qualité de nos produits découle directement du niveau de satisfaction du personnel à l’égard de l’entreprise. C’est pourquoi nous misons sur le maintien d’une culture où les employés se sentent valorisés et où ils peuvent poursuivre une carrière passionnante. Les cinq piliers de notre proposition de valeur aux employés – possibilités, souplesse, esprit communautaire, diversité et environnement familial – permettent de s’épanouir de façon unique. La désignation du rôle est « À distance ». Les avantages offerts par Allstate La flexibilité des modalités de travail; Des rabais d’employé (15?% sur les assurances automobile et habitation, ainsi que des rabais sur de nombreux autres produits et services); Le programme Bureau en bonnes mains (jusqu’à 400?$ sont octroyés pour se procurer de l’équipement de bureau nécessaire à domicile); Un programme de paiement de contrepartie pour le remboursement des prêts étudiants aux programmes gouvernementaux; Un régime d’épargne-retraite complet prévoyant des cotisations de contrepartie de l’employeur; Une allocation annuelle couvrant des dépenses effectuées pour améliorer sa santé et son bien-être; Un Jour de réflexion personnelle; Le remboursement de droits de scolarité; Une implication dans la vie communautaire. Description du poste : Le Groupe Allstate du Canada (GAC) est à la recherche d’un conseiller juridique ou d’une conseillère juridique, produits d’assurance de dommages (Québec) au sein de son Unité de lois et règlement. Le ou la titulaire du poste est une personne bilingue créative et dynamique qui s’intéresse aux liens qui unissent le droit, les affaires, l’assurance, la mobilisation et la clientèle. L’Unité des lois et règlements du GAC connait un essor pour répondre aux demandes qui incombent à notre service et soutenir l’entreprise, relativement à divers sujets. Le ou la titulaire de ce poste travaillera avec différents groupes d’intervenants de l’ensemble de l’entreprise et offrira un soutien clé en lien avec les services de la gestion des produits, des risques, des technologies, de la distribution, des réclamations et du marketing, ainsi qu’avec d’autres services de l’Unité des lois et règlements. Pour bien réussir dans ce rôle, le ou la titulaire du poste doit posséder d’excellentes connaissances relatives au marketing et à la distribution de produits d’assurance dans la province de Québec, en droits des sociétés, en pratiques commerciales de produits d’assurance de dommages, en produits d’assurance, en pratiques de souscription, en conformité à la règlementation, en mobilisation et en gestion des réclamations. Responsabilités : Offrir des conseils juridiques stratégiques axés sur les solutions pour permettre aux unités d’affaires d’atteindre leurs objectifs opérationnels tout en se conformant aux lois et aux règlements applicables. Offrir des conseils juridiques en matière de vie privée et de technologie à toutes les unités d’affaires, plus particulièrement sur les technologies émergentes et les produits issus de nouvelles technologies. Appuyer les services des produits, de la distribution et des réclamations en répondant aux questions relatives à l’assurance ou aux réclamations, y compris l’interprétation de politiques et la présentation d’opinions. Examiner et fournir des conseils juridiques relatifs aux documents, aux politiques, aux pratiques et aux procédures de l’entreprise. Examiner les demandes de règlementation et les sondages, et fournir des conseils stratégiques sur la conformité aux pratiques commerciales. Assurer le suivi des conseils et des mises à jour règlementaires, et des tendances commerciales; offrir des conseils sur des enjeux opérationnels clés. Appuyer la protection de la propriété intellectuelle, des marques de commerce et de l’image de marque. Appuyer les activités de marketing et de publicité, y compris la revue de produits et/ou de programmes de marketing et de publicité, des concours et des promotions. Compétences : Excellentes compétences en communication orale et écrite, ainsi qu’en mobilisation; Approche éprouvée axée sur la stratégie et les données; Capacité à établir des relations dans plusieurs secteurs d’une entreprise; Capacité à communiquer efficacement avec les intervenants et à gérer des priorités et des horaires concurrents avec succès; Capacité d’adaptation et d’intégration de sa propre expérience à la stratégie globale de l’entreprise; Approche axée sur l’amélioration continue. Exigences et qualifications : Diplôme en droit d’une faculté de droit canadienne ou formation équivalente; Membre en règle du Barreau du Québec ou de la Chambre des notaires du Québec; 3 années d’expérience pertinente ou plus en droit d’assurances ou en droit des sociétés; Expérience dans un environnement hautement règlementé; Maîtrise du français et de l’anglais puisque ce rôle est bilingue.
Skills
Customer Centricity, Digital Literacy, Inclusive Leadership, Learning Agility, Results-Oriented
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.®
Allstate Canada
Markham, Ontario, Canada
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
Who is Allstate: Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise.
Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do.
Role Designation: Hybrid
Benefits to joining Allstate
Flexible Work Arrangements
Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)
Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)
Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans
Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions
Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing
Personal reflection day
Tuition Reimbursement
Working within the community and giving back!
Our team is growing and we are actively looking to hire a Legal Assistant. The Legal Assistant is accountable for supporting the achievement of ACG’s short and long term Mission, Vision and strategic objectives by supporting all in-house lawyers and staff members to provide efficient and cost effective legal advice and support to ACG business units.
Accountabilities:
Sorts, distributes, and process incoming & outgoing mail and faxes, including saving to system
Creates and routes general interoffice communications
Manages calendars and files related to events and create communication and reminders
Saving emails/correspondence/productions and keeping well maintained files as per the Allstate Legal Department’s Best Practices Guidelines
Prepares opening documents, and closing documents
Preparing boilerplate pleadings and drafting of correspondence, etc.
Scheduling of Examinations for Discovery, Motions, Settlement Conferences, Mediations, etc.
Assembles Motion Records, Mediation Memorandum, Pre-Trial conference brief, etc.
Proficient in online filing of Court documents and using Caselines in addition to Calendly
Submitting lawyers expenses and LawPro Transaction Levy
Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job
Qualifications:
College Degree Preferred
Good communication skills, including ability to maintain a courteous and professional demeanor with clients, service providers, insureds, fellow employees and other counsel and their support staff
Ability to create professional, error free documents utilizing good grammar, spelling and format skills, including completing and sending form letters
Understanding and ability to use and operate within the Rules of Civil Procedure and Licensing Appeal Tribunal Rules
Knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Outlook, Adobe, Word, Excel, Internet searches, PowerPoint and other, web-based applications
Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Skills
Business Communications, Case Management, Client Relations, Customer Centricity, Digital Literacy, Inclusive Leadership, Learning Agility, Litigation, Office Administration, Results-Oriented
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.®
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
Who is Allstate: Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise.
Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do.
Role Designation: Hybrid
Benefits to joining Allstate
Flexible Work Arrangements
Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)
Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)
Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans
Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions
Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing
Personal reflection day
Tuition Reimbursement
Working within the community and giving back!
Our team is growing and we are actively looking to hire a Legal Assistant. The Legal Assistant is accountable for supporting the achievement of ACG’s short and long term Mission, Vision and strategic objectives by supporting all in-house lawyers and staff members to provide efficient and cost effective legal advice and support to ACG business units.
Accountabilities:
Sorts, distributes, and process incoming & outgoing mail and faxes, including saving to system
Creates and routes general interoffice communications
Manages calendars and files related to events and create communication and reminders
Saving emails/correspondence/productions and keeping well maintained files as per the Allstate Legal Department’s Best Practices Guidelines
Prepares opening documents, and closing documents
Preparing boilerplate pleadings and drafting of correspondence, etc.
Scheduling of Examinations for Discovery, Motions, Settlement Conferences, Mediations, etc.
Assembles Motion Records, Mediation Memorandum, Pre-Trial conference brief, etc.
Proficient in online filing of Court documents and using Caselines in addition to Calendly
Submitting lawyers expenses and LawPro Transaction Levy
Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job
Qualifications:
College Degree Preferred
Good communication skills, including ability to maintain a courteous and professional demeanor with clients, service providers, insureds, fellow employees and other counsel and their support staff
Ability to create professional, error free documents utilizing good grammar, spelling and format skills, including completing and sending form letters
Understanding and ability to use and operate within the Rules of Civil Procedure and Licensing Appeal Tribunal Rules
Knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Outlook, Adobe, Word, Excel, Internet searches, PowerPoint and other, web-based applications
Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Skills
Business Communications, Case Management, Client Relations, Customer Centricity, Digital Literacy, Inclusive Leadership, Learning Agility, Litigation, Office Administration, Results-Oriented
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.®
Allstate Canada
Alberta, Canada
Who is Allstate:
Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise.
Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do.
Our team is growing, and we are actively looking to hire a talented and motivated Senior or Intermediate Trial Lawyer to join our Claims Litigation team. Reporting to the Alberta Regional Manager in Calgary, this individual may be located anywhere in Alberta and will work either hybrid or remote depending on location.
Role Designation: Hybrid 1-2 days in Office
Benefits to joining Allstate:
Flexible Work Arrangements
Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)
Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)
Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans
Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions
Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing
Personal reflection day
Tuition Reimbursement
Working within the community and giving back!
Accountabilities:
Review new file assignments and draft initial pleadings and prepare discovery
Prepare for and attend at case conferences, arbitration, discovery, mediations, pre-trials and trials
Perform due diligence; gather all relevant facts and documents; collaborate with law clerks, paralegals and/or other lawyers is assessment of file;
Research and determine applicable and pertinent laws, statutes, regulations, rules, and other legal authority; identify legal issues;
Monitor and review new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; Collaborate with other areas of Law & Regulation department; proactively provide advice and counsel to business unit on the impact of new laws on business;
Provide advice and/or legal approval related to company documents, policy, practices, and procedures
Draft, review and/or negotiate basic matters
Draft and/or review routine correspondence and communications
Respond to claims inquires
Gather facts from client to understand goals and objectives client intends to achieve from action
Work with business colleagues to develop and implement change
Determine if/how business processes/practices need to be modified and work with client to implement change
Qualifications:
Possesses a Law Degree and is a member of the Law Society of Alberta in good standing.
Minimum 7 years’ experience. Experience in insurance defence preferred
Personal Injury experience is essential
Experience with issue management, oral advocacy and trial experience an asset
Ability to influence others
Possesses analytical skills, utilizing knowledge of the law for sound decision-making
Excellent technical, drafting, reporting, and research skills are required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Computer skills including MS Office Suite
Ability to interact well with all levels of the organization
Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Who is Allstate:
Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise.
Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do.
Our team is growing, and we are actively looking to hire a talented and motivated Senior or Intermediate Trial Lawyer to join our Claims Litigation team. Reporting to the Alberta Regional Manager in Calgary, this individual may be located anywhere in Alberta and will work either hybrid or remote depending on location.
Role Designation: Hybrid 1-2 days in Office
Benefits to joining Allstate:
Flexible Work Arrangements
Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)
Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)
Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans
Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions
Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing
Personal reflection day
Tuition Reimbursement
Working within the community and giving back!
Accountabilities:
Review new file assignments and draft initial pleadings and prepare discovery
Prepare for and attend at case conferences, arbitration, discovery, mediations, pre-trials and trials
Perform due diligence; gather all relevant facts and documents; collaborate with law clerks, paralegals and/or other lawyers is assessment of file;
Research and determine applicable and pertinent laws, statutes, regulations, rules, and other legal authority; identify legal issues;
Monitor and review new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; Collaborate with other areas of Law & Regulation department; proactively provide advice and counsel to business unit on the impact of new laws on business;
Provide advice and/or legal approval related to company documents, policy, practices, and procedures
Draft, review and/or negotiate basic matters
Draft and/or review routine correspondence and communications
Respond to claims inquires
Gather facts from client to understand goals and objectives client intends to achieve from action
Work with business colleagues to develop and implement change
Determine if/how business processes/practices need to be modified and work with client to implement change
Qualifications:
Possesses a Law Degree and is a member of the Law Society of Alberta in good standing.
Minimum 7 years’ experience. Experience in insurance defence preferred
Personal Injury experience is essential
Experience with issue management, oral advocacy and trial experience an asset
Ability to influence others
Possesses analytical skills, utilizing knowledge of the law for sound decision-making
Excellent technical, drafting, reporting, and research skills are required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Computer skills including MS Office Suite
Ability to interact well with all levels of the organization
Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Allstate Canada
Markham, Ontario, Canada
Who is Allstate: Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise.
Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do.
Role Designation: Hybrid 1-2 days in Office
Benefits to joining Allstate
Flexible Work Arrangements
Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)
Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)
Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans
Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions
Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing
Personal reflection day
Tuition Reimbursement
Working within the community and giving back!
Our team is growing and we are actively looking to hire Managing Lawyer.
The Managing Lawyer is accountable for supporting the achievement of Allstate Canada Group’s short and long term Mission, Vision and strategic objectives by supporting all in-house lawyers and staff members to provide efficient and cost effective legal advice and support to ACG business units. This position represents insured and the company in the defence of bodily injury and property damage, and accident benefit claims. The managing lawyer is responsible for managing the Associate and Intermediate lawyers.
Accountabilities:
Supervise direct reports of Associate and Intermediate Lawyers
Write and conduct performance reviews of team members, including checkpoints and Performance Evaluation plans
Provide coaching and support to team members
Perform work quality reviews
Work as part of management team with Director and VP
Contact claims (initial litigation plan, recurring minimum 90 day contact, strategy conferences, etc)
Review all documentary evidence
Prepare witnesses and clients for depositions, arbitrations, mediations and trials including expert witnesses
Conduct examinations for discovery and examinations under oath and prepares summary documents
Prepare for and conduct court appearances
Conduct settlement/dispositive proceedings (i.e. mediation, arbitration, etc)
Try and/or arbitrate cases and prepare motions and summary documents
Draft post-trial motions
Prepare for and participate in appeals
Provide legal opinions to claims clients
Assist other trial lawyers with court cases
Participate in business process reviews with claims clients
Supervisory/People Management:
Creates a productive and supportive work environment of highly engaged employees
Ensures understanding of business objectives, results, processes, etc. with direct reports
Manages Lawyers and effectively uses performance management to improve and/or reward employee performance
Effectively coaches and provide development/career guidance for direct reports
Administers company Human Resources policies
Budget Management Skills
Project management skills
Able to interact with all levels of personnel and supervise/oversee the work of lawyers
Works with employees on professional development and business acumen
Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Demonstrates ethics and integrity
Legal Advice and Counseling:
Perform due diligence; gather all relevant facts and documents; collaborate with law clerks, paralegals and/or other lawyers in due diligence
Research and determine applicable and pertinent laws, statutes, regulations, rules, and other legal authority; identify legal issues
Monitor and review new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; Collaborate with other areas of Law & Regulation department; proactively provide advice and counsel to business unit on the impact of new laws on business
Provide advice and/or legal approval related to company documents, policy, practices, and procedures
Drafting and Negotiation:
Draft, review and/or negotiate basic matters
Draft and/or review routine correspondence and communications
Business Knowledge and Acumen:
Respond to claims inquiries
Gather facts from client to understand goals and objectives client intends to achieve from action
Play a lead role in working with senior management to development and implement change
Rely on employees own business knowledge to influence strategy/practices
Determine if/how business processes/practices need to be modified and work with client implement change
Collaborate and align regarding strategy determination, action planning, and communication with client, business units
Project Management:
Provide portfolio management of employee’s projects; nurture coordination and collaboration between legal teams with Law & Regulation and with business clients, as appropriate; search for an implement cooperation between teams
Interpersonal/Communication/Management:
Attend committee meetings, as appropriate
Participate and prepare for meetings with external parties
Participate in meeting with senior management team
Participate in relevant external industry groups
Develop employees through stretch projects/assignments
Qualifications:
Education or equivalent working experience: Law Degree
Experience: Minimum 5-7 years experience insurance defence is preferred
Proficient skills/abilities/experiences in the following areas: legal knowledge, business knowledge, issue management, analytical skills, influencing others, coaching and development, self development, and productivity
Advanced knowledge of professional standards, methods and concepts and the ability to direct functional strategy
Possesses a juris doctorate and is a member of the Law Society of Ontario (or other provinces as required)
10+ years related experience
Computer skills, including MS Office Suite, used in or related to the tasks performed
Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Demonstrates ethics and integrity
Has relevant experience with a reputable law firm or an in-house legal department for a mid- to large-sized organization
Insurance industry experience preferred
Able to manage a team and work through others to complete projects
Works with employees on professional development and business acumen
Ability to interact with all levels of personnel/oversee the work of more junior resources
Project management skills
Able to manage a team and work through projects
Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Who is Allstate: Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You’re in Good Hands®" promise.
Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do.
Role Designation: Hybrid 1-2 days in Office
Benefits to joining Allstate
Flexible Work Arrangements
Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)
Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)
Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans
Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions
Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing
Personal reflection day
Tuition Reimbursement
Working within the community and giving back!
Our team is growing and we are actively looking to hire Managing Lawyer.
The Managing Lawyer is accountable for supporting the achievement of Allstate Canada Group’s short and long term Mission, Vision and strategic objectives by supporting all in-house lawyers and staff members to provide efficient and cost effective legal advice and support to ACG business units. This position represents insured and the company in the defence of bodily injury and property damage, and accident benefit claims. The managing lawyer is responsible for managing the Associate and Intermediate lawyers.
Accountabilities:
Supervise direct reports of Associate and Intermediate Lawyers
Write and conduct performance reviews of team members, including checkpoints and Performance Evaluation plans
Provide coaching and support to team members
Perform work quality reviews
Work as part of management team with Director and VP
Contact claims (initial litigation plan, recurring minimum 90 day contact, strategy conferences, etc)
Review all documentary evidence
Prepare witnesses and clients for depositions, arbitrations, mediations and trials including expert witnesses
Conduct examinations for discovery and examinations under oath and prepares summary documents
Prepare for and conduct court appearances
Conduct settlement/dispositive proceedings (i.e. mediation, arbitration, etc)
Try and/or arbitrate cases and prepare motions and summary documents
Draft post-trial motions
Prepare for and participate in appeals
Provide legal opinions to claims clients
Assist other trial lawyers with court cases
Participate in business process reviews with claims clients
Supervisory/People Management:
Creates a productive and supportive work environment of highly engaged employees
Ensures understanding of business objectives, results, processes, etc. with direct reports
Manages Lawyers and effectively uses performance management to improve and/or reward employee performance
Effectively coaches and provide development/career guidance for direct reports
Administers company Human Resources policies
Budget Management Skills
Project management skills
Able to interact with all levels of personnel and supervise/oversee the work of lawyers
Works with employees on professional development and business acumen
Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Demonstrates ethics and integrity
Legal Advice and Counseling:
Perform due diligence; gather all relevant facts and documents; collaborate with law clerks, paralegals and/or other lawyers in due diligence
Research and determine applicable and pertinent laws, statutes, regulations, rules, and other legal authority; identify legal issues
Monitor and review new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; Collaborate with other areas of Law & Regulation department; proactively provide advice and counsel to business unit on the impact of new laws on business
Provide advice and/or legal approval related to company documents, policy, practices, and procedures
Drafting and Negotiation:
Draft, review and/or negotiate basic matters
Draft and/or review routine correspondence and communications
Business Knowledge and Acumen:
Respond to claims inquiries
Gather facts from client to understand goals and objectives client intends to achieve from action
Play a lead role in working with senior management to development and implement change
Rely on employees own business knowledge to influence strategy/practices
Determine if/how business processes/practices need to be modified and work with client implement change
Collaborate and align regarding strategy determination, action planning, and communication with client, business units
Project Management:
Provide portfolio management of employee’s projects; nurture coordination and collaboration between legal teams with Law & Regulation and with business clients, as appropriate; search for an implement cooperation between teams
Interpersonal/Communication/Management:
Attend committee meetings, as appropriate
Participate and prepare for meetings with external parties
Participate in meeting with senior management team
Participate in relevant external industry groups
Develop employees through stretch projects/assignments
Qualifications:
Education or equivalent working experience: Law Degree
Experience: Minimum 5-7 years experience insurance defence is preferred
Proficient skills/abilities/experiences in the following areas: legal knowledge, business knowledge, issue management, analytical skills, influencing others, coaching and development, self development, and productivity
Advanced knowledge of professional standards, methods and concepts and the ability to direct functional strategy
Possesses a juris doctorate and is a member of the Law Society of Ontario (or other provinces as required)
10+ years related experience
Computer skills, including MS Office Suite, used in or related to the tasks performed
Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
Demonstrates ethics and integrity
Has relevant experience with a reputable law firm or an in-house legal department for a mid- to large-sized organization
Insurance industry experience preferred
Able to manage a team and work through others to complete projects
Works with employees on professional development and business acumen
Ability to interact with all levels of personnel/oversee the work of more junior resources
Project management skills
Able to manage a team and work through projects
Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
