TD Insurance, Counsel II (Specialized in Accident Benefits)

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Job Description:

Reporting to the VP Claims Litigation Services represents TD Insurance in accident benefits matters.

Job Description

Reporting to a Practice Leader in Ontario Counsel II handles assigned insurance legal matters represents TD Insurance in accident benefits matters before the Licence Appeals Tribunal involving claims for damages and compensation for personal injury matters ranging different complexity levels.

Hybrid work model. This position will report out of the Ottawa office.

Main Responsibilities:

Develops and revises appropriate legal strategy for discovery investigation handling and hearing of accident benefit matters before the Licence Appeals Tribunal; advises communicates and develops those strategies with TD Insurance claims representatives.

Conducts necessary and appropriate arbitration hearings before the Licence Appeals Tribunal. Researches the law applicable to cases or matters. Drafts legal documents pleadings motions legal factums and opinions as required.

Advises communicates and consults with Claims Representatives rendering clear unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meets with and maintains good relations and communications with claims representatives.

Remains current with developments in the law; understands medical scientific construction product liability engineering issues and defences involved accident benefits cases.

*Job Requirements:

In good standing and licensed lawyer by the Law Society of Ontario.

Minimum of 5 years experience as a counsel in Ontario handling accident benefits claims before the Licence Appeals Tribunal.

Background in insurance defence litigation including accident benefit claims (preferred) and/or general litigation experience.

Knowledge of legal and Licence Appeals Tribunal documents and procedures.

Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to communicate effectively with insured clients claims representative and tribunal members.

Excellent legal drafting skills and eye for detail.

Motivated self-starter with ability to work productively under pressure and deliver business results.

Strong interpersonal & client service skills; professional and positive demeanor.

Superior organization & priority setting skills strong work ethic and ability to multi-task.

Conceptual and creative problem solving skills

Additional Information:

We wish to thank all applicants however only successful candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Who We Are:

As part of TD Bank Group one of Canadas largest financial institutions at TD Insurance we care for Canadian families making it easy to get the best advice protection and support in their moments of need always.

TD Insurance offers a wide range of products including General Insurance and Life and Health. More than four million customers count on us.

As the largest direct to consumer insurer in Canada we are always innovating and providing exciting and rewarding career opportunities for our Canada-wide workforce.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary variable compensation and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits savings and retirement programs paid time off banking benefits and discounts career development and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
Were delighted that youre considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations training programs and a competitive benefits plan were committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations requirements.

Colleague Development
If youre interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills we want to help you succeed. Youll have regular career development and performance conversations with your manager as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues there are many different career paths within our organization at TD and were committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that youve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
Well reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if youd like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms captioning for virtual interviews etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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