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Definity Insurance Company

Counsel, Claims Litigation

Toronto, ON, Canada

Pay: Salary Range: $108,700-$158,700
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 28, 2026

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a Claims Litigation Counsel in the range of 0-3 years of civil litigation experience to independently manage a diverse caseload of insurance-related litigation matters. This role is responsible for handling files from inception through to resolution, including attending discoveries, mediations, motions, case conferences, hearings, trials, and appeals; developing litigation strategies; providing legal opinions; negotiating settlements; and working closely with claims professionals and external experts.

The successful candidate will have experience managing litigation matters, have strong advocacy and negotiation skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and the confidence to independently carry a full caseload. Experience in insurance litigation, property damage, construction, bodily injury, accident benefits or subrogation claims is preferred.

This position offers the opportunity to serve as a trusted legal advisor to Definity’s Claims team while contributing to the successful resolution of a broad range of litigation matters.

What to Expect

Independent carriage of tort and accident benefits litigation files from inception to trial or hearing which includes: LAT and arbitration hearings both written and videoconference; Small Claims Court and Superior Court trials; interviewing and instructing witnesses and experts; motions; examinations for discovery; case conferences; mediations; preparing court documents; reviewing and analyzing evidence; client reporting; providing legal opinions and devising recommended strategies; negotiating settlements and drafting settlement documents; working with and delegating to support staff
Working with senior counsel on more complex cases, trials and hearings
Opportunity for a varied litigation practice including accident benefits, bodily injury, property damage, construction and subrogated claims, priority & loss transfer claims.
Opportunity to contribute to Definity’s Claims Litigation Unit and Claims department via presentations, initiatives, special projects

What you Bring

0-3 years of post-call experience working in civil litigation, with preference given to insurance litigation with a law firm or in-house legal provider as well as those with some accident benefits experience
Hearing, trial and contested motion experience is not required but will be preferred. The ideal candidate should have a keen interest in written and oral advocacy
Experience handling a caseload of files with primary carriage; coordinating work on own files and senior lawyers’ files
High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and responsibility with an ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard confidential information
Assertiveness in practice, but reasonable and forthright
Strong verbal and written communication skills across a range of contexts
Excellent negotiation and facilitation skills
Sound judgement, with the ability to critically analyze situations, problem-solve and deal with ambiguity and have the ability to provide meaningful advice and recommendations
Confident and effective communication skills with Claims adjusters, insured clients, arbitrators, case managers
Team player; ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues, support staff and managers
Adaptable to a changing environment
Ability to perform under pressure, meet deadlines and handle conflicting priorities
Comfortable with Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Caselines and practice management systems
Law Degree from an accredited law school (LLB or Juris Doctor)
Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario to practice law as a lawyer in Ontario
This role requires clearance of a background check and disciplinary action check

Salary Range: $108,700-$158,700

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.

This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just “nice to have” - they’re essential to our success.

What’s in it for you?

Hybrid work schedule for most roles
Company share ownership program
Incentive Program - Eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.
Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
Wellness and recognition programs
Discounts on products and services

Go ahead and expect a lot - you deserve it.

It’s better here - but don’t take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting accessibility@economical.com.

As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).

Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.

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Responsibilities

The Counsel will independently manage a diverse caseload of insurance-related litigation matters from inception through to resolution. This includes developing litigation strategies, attending court proceedings, negotiating settlements, and providing legal advice to the claims team.

Requirements

The ideal candidate possesses 0-3 years of post-call experience in civil or insurance litigation and holds a Law Degree from an accredited school. Candidates must be licensed by the Law Society of Ontario and demonstrate strong advocacy, communication, and negotiation skills.

Skills

Civil litigation
Insurance litigation
Advocacy
Negotiation
Legal research
Case management
Written communication
Verbal communication
Legal opinion drafting
Settlement negotiation
Court document preparation
Evidence analysis
Witness interviewing
Problem-solving
Time management
Conflict resolution

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule
Company share ownership program
Incentive program
Pension and savings programs
Company-matched RRSP contributions
Paid volunteer days
Charitable donation matching
Educational resources
Tuition assistance
Paid time off for exams
Wellness and recognition programs
Product and service discounts

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Keywords

Claims Litigation
Civil Litigation
Insurance
Tort
Accident Benefits
Property Damage
Construction
Subrogation
LAT
Arbitration
Small Claims Court
Superior Court
Discovery
Mediation
Caselines
Practice Management Systems
Law Society of Ontario
Legal Advisor
Risk Management
Compliance
Litigation Strategy
Court Hearings
Motions
Case Conferences
Legal Opinions
Witness Preparation
Expert Instruction
Client Reporting
Dispute Resolution
Professional Ethics

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