Litigation Lawyer

The Litigation Lawyer ensures the company is effectively represented in legal disputes with a strong focus on cases related to life insurance policies claims distribution customer complaints and regulatory matters. The role provides strategic and practical legal guidance throughout the dispute lifecycleassessing case merits managing external counsel and supporting internal teams to achieve fair and compliant outcomes. It involves reviewing evidence preparing legal documents and developing litigation strategies that protect the companys interests while maintaining a customer-centric and ethical approach.

Litigation Lawyer closely monitors legal developments court precedents and industry-specific regulatory changes that may impact the companys dispute management practices. This role contributes to strengthening internal controls improving claims and distribution processes and reducing legal exposure. Through active collaboration with cross-functional teams such as Claims Operations Compliance and Risk the Litigation Lawyer supports the organization in managing legal risks resolving disputes efficiently and upholding strong corporate governance and long-term sustainability.

Position Responsibilities:

• Handle a broad range of operational legal matters including providing timely support on daytoday legal inquiries from all levels of the business unit.
• Provide wellreasoned legal opinions and recommendations to Senior Counsel on various issues impacting the organization.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support Counsel/Senior Counsel in decisionmaking and case preparation.
• Monitor legislative regulatory and industry developments relevant to the business and prepare updates summaries and impact assessments for Counsel.
• Represent the company in selected industry forums conferences and presentations as required.
• Review draft and where applicable participate in the negotiation of legal documents agreements and correspondence to ensure alignment with company policies and legal standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience preferably within corporate commercial or insurance-related practice areas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and professionally.
• Highly organized detailoriented and able to manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial principles and risk management is an asset.
• Developing influencing skills with the ability to build credibility and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at various levels.
• Strong ability to identify legal issues assess risks and propose practical solutions.
• Proven ability to interpret statutory provisions and case law accurately and effectively.
• Skilled in drafting legal documents contracts and correspondence with precision and professionalism.
• Operates with tact discretion and a high level of professionalism in handling sensitive or confidential matters.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Member in good standing with the Bar and licensed to practice law in the respective jurisdiction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

When you join our team:

• Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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