In-House Legal Counsel, Accident Benefits

We are on a new path called NEXT HORIZON

The insurance industry is changing at an exponential pace, driven by changing customer experience, climate change and technology. In response Gore Mutual is making bold moves to reposition our company as a purpose driven, digitally led national insurer. Next Horizon is our 10-year vision and strategy that sets a new path for our company.

Come and make your mark on our Next Horizon!

The in-house legal team at Gore Mutual is expanding. We are hiring two accident benefits lawyers. We are looking for exceptional talent to provide legal advice and insight within the claims organization with lead counsel. Counsel will be responsible for promoting fair resolution of accident benefits issues in dispute with our Licence Appeal Tribunal (“LAT”) specialist(s) and accident benefits claims team.

Joining our team will provide you with a unique opportunity where you will be part of an expanding in-house team. You will contribute to an evolving practice and a company that is going through an exciting transformation.

What will you do?

• Work towards timely resolution of matters from initial assignment, research, prepare for and attend case conferences, draft motion materials and attend motions, conduct hearings and settle files in collaboration with claims specialist(s), file handlers and lead counsel.
• Ensure legal compliance by following regional, national, and local laws/by-laws and regulations as well as internal control requirements.
• Provide proactive insight and legal guidance by identifying opportunities for technical excellence.
• Develop and deliver targeted training to the organization.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.
• Appropriately direct support staff regarding tasks for file management.
  

What will you need to succeed?

• J.D. or LL.B. and called to the bar in Ontario.
• Minimum of two years’ practice experience and five years’ practice experience for the senior position.
• Experience collaborating with claims team(s), conducting and reporting on case conferences at the LAT, drafting responses, facta, motion records and reports.
• Experience attending contested motions and case conferences.
• Experience handling matters related to catastrophic accident benefits claims is an asset.
• Hearing experience is a requirement for the senior accident benefits position.
  

Gore Mutual Insurance is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the recruiting process, including the application process. If you require accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodation, please advise the HR representative who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.