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Job description
Legal Assistant, Insurance Defence Litigation
Beard Winter LLP is proud to be recognized as a Top 10 Ontario Regional Law Firm by Canadian Lawyer magazine for 2021-22, and as one of The Globe and Mail’s Canada's Best Law Firms for 2023 with a special distinction in the practice area of Insurance Law.
Beard Winter is a multi-service, mid-sized law firm located in downtown Toronto, our unwavering commitment to clients is the foundation of our history since 1964. Recognized for our insurance defence litigation expertise, we act for many of Canada’s largest insurance companies. Best Lawyers and Lexpert recognize our lawyers in the areas of insurance law, insurance defence litigation, estates, trusts law and family law. Our employees are a key component of our success.
We are seeking a Litigation Assistant to join our Insurance Defence/General Litigation group.
In addition to having at least three years of demonstrated work experience in the area of insurance litigation (Tort and AB/LAT experience) and general litigaton, the ideal candidate will:
- Have experience managing a busy litigation practice;
- Have exceptional organizational and time management skills;
- Be flexible, time conscious, deadline oriented and be able to effectively manage multiple priorities;
- Be resourceful, including good problem solving skills;
- Be a professional individual who works well under pressure;
- Have a solid client service approach;
- Function easily in a customized MS Word and DMS environment; and
- Have the ability to work independently with little supervision, but appreciate the benefits of being part of a team
For more information about this position and our firm, please visit our website.
Beard Winter LLP adopts an inclusive and accessible environment, and we are committed to providing support to applicants and firm members with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment, selection and assessment process, please contact Debbie Cymbron, Director, Human Resources.
Any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment verification.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- litigation: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5H 3P5
About Beard Winter
Revenue: $5 to $25 million (USD)
Size: 51 to 200 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.beardwinter.com
