Associate Trial Lawyer

Nova Scotia Barristers' SocietyNS, Canada

18 days ago

Job description

Allstate Canada is actively looking to hire a talented and motivated Associate Trial Lawyer to join our Claims Litigation Team in Nova Scotia. As an Associate Trial Lawyer, you will manage your own files from inception through to resolution and completion. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with Senior Lawyers on more complex files, gaining valuable experience and insight that will enhance your professional development and legal expertise.

Accountabilities :

Review new file assignments and draft initial pleadings and prepare discovery
Prepare for and attend at case conferences, questionings, mediations, pre-trials and trials
Perform due diligence; gather all relevant facts and documents; collaborate with clients, paralegals and / or other lawyers is assessment of file;
Research and determine applicable and pertinent laws, statutes, regulations, rules, and other legal authority; identify legal issues
Monitor and review new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; collaborate with other areas of Law & Regulation department; proactively provide advice and counsel to business unit on the impact of new laws on business
Provide advice and / or legal approval related to company documents, policy, practices, and procedures
Draft, review and / or negotiate basic matters
Draft and / or review routine correspondence and communications
Respond to claims inquires
Gather facts from client to understand goals and objectives client intends to achieve from action
Work with business colleagues to develop and implement change
Determine if / how business processes / practices need to be modified and work with client to implement change

Qualifications :

Must have a Law Degree and be a member of the Law Society of Nova Scotia in good standing

3+ years experience working in a similar role with an Insurance Defense firm

Personal Injury & Accident Benefit experience is an asset

Experience with issue management

Ability to influence others

Possesses analytical skills, utilizing knowledge of the law for sound decision-making

Excellent technical, drafting, reporting, and research skills are required.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information

Computer skills including MS Office Suite

Ability to interact well with all levels of the organization

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