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Insurance Defence Associate Lawyer (8 years' experience)

We are growing!  Business is busy, and we are excited to grow our team of exceptional lawyers with:

  • a senior lawyer (8+ years insurance defence experience)

At Schultz Law Group LLP next level thinking is our starting line – in our practice and our culture. Challenging convention and strategically re-thinking litigation is what we do every day. It’s who we are. It’s our passion.

Our office environment also challenges convention. As an innovative insurance defence and risk management law firm, we have built a great culture and an amazing team.

In your role as a lawyer in our team, you will play a pivotal role across a spectrum of cases, including Accident Benefits, Tort, Property, Anti-fraud investigations, defence and prosecutions, and Appellate work. Your contribution is integral to our success.

In addition to a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to teamwork, here are key areas of expertise that align with our ideal candidate:

  • Carriage of files;
  • Preparing opinions and pleadings;
  • Conducting EUOs, Discoveries, Case Conferences, Mediations, Arbitrations, Pre-trials and Trials;
  • Developing file resolution strategies and engaging in settlement negotiations;
  • Reporting to clients; and
  • Contributing to our industry through a variety of opportunities: speeches, papers, training, and industry events.

Some of the essentials that would make for a great fit:

  •  The goal is to hire:a senior lawyer (8+ years) of experience in insurance defence litigation;
  • Deep knowledge of Accident Benefits and tort (experience with anti-fraud, property and/or coverage is an asset);
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills;
  • Solid research skills;
  • A robust work ethic;
  • The ability to prioritize assignments and work in consideration of deadlines; and
  • A growth mindset - how much do you love to learn?

As leaders in our field, we’ve prioritized cutting-edge technology to enhance workflow efficiency and foster seamless collaboration within our firm, regardless of location. Our steadfast commitment to innovation extends to promoting flexibility and adaptability in our dynamic work environment, whether that is at home, away, or on site.

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Office Manager, Annie Trinh, at atrinh@schultzlawgroup.ca.