TD Insurance, Law Clerk II

TD•Halifax, NS

10d•Onsite

About The Position

TD Insurance, part of TD Bank Financial Group, is one of Canada’s largest financial institutions, protecting clients with a wide range of products including credit protection, life, health, travel, home and auto insurance. With over three million clients, TD Insurance offers products and services online, over the phone, and through more than 1,000 TD Canada Trust branches. The company operates two lines of business in Canada: General Insurance, a top home and auto insurance group and national leader in group and affinity marketing, and Life and Health, the number one provider of critical illness and direct life and health insurance. TD Insurance is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment with a Canada-wide workforce of over 4,000 employees across various offices. The company offers a stable and dynamic work environment that values talent and professional development, providing rewarding careers. This Law Clerk II role reports to the Legal Office Supervisor/Senior Manager of Legal Support. The primary responsibility is to assist Lawyers in handling Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance Legal Matters. This involves representing TD Insurance or its policyholders in civil litigation and no-fault/accident benefits matters, specifically those involving claims for monetary damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage.

Requirements

Paralegal/Law Clerk diploma/certificate from a recognized educational institution or equivalent work experience at a reputable law firm or legal department.
1-5 years paralegal/law clerk experience or equivalent.
Knowledge of legal and court documents and procedures.
Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing.
Excellent oral and written communication.
Ability to communicate effectively with insured clients, claims representative and court/tribunal staff.
Excellent legal drafting skills and eye for detail.
Motivated self-starter with ability to work productively under pressure and deliver business results.
Strong interpersonal & client service skills; professional and positive demeanor.
Superior organization & priority setting skills, strong work ethic and ability to mutli-task.
Conceptual and creative problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Background in insurance defense litigation, including personal injury and accident benefit claims, and/or general litigation experience.

Responsibilities

Reviews and analyzes new file assignments, organizes file contents, and prepares summary memoranda of medical, investigation and all documentary productions received.
Updates/posts in electronic systems all relevant work completed on a file.
Prepares affidavit of documents for review by Lawyer and arranges and manages undertakings chart.
Organizes and prepares files for discovery/questioning.
Follows up on undertakings and production requests.
Prepares document briefs for expert reviews and drafts motions.
Other duties as instructed by the Lawyers, which may vary by jurisdiction.
Remains current with developments in the law; understands medical, scientific, construction, product liability, engineering issues and defenses involved with such cases.

Benefits

Fair and equitable compensation opportunities
Growth opportunities and skill development
Compensation policies and practices designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time
Stable and dynamic work environment where talent is appreciated and professional development is taken seriously
Rewarding careers
Total Rewards package reflecting investments in colleagues' financial, physical, and mental well-being goals
Base salary
Variable compensation
Health and well-being benefits
Savings and retirement programs
Paid time off
Banking benefits and discounts
Career development
Reward and recognition programs
Regular development conversations with managers
Training programs
Competitive benefits plan
Support for colleagues to thrive both at work and at home
Access to an online learning platform
Variety of mentoring programs
Diverse career paths to grow expertise and make a meaningful impact
Respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued
Fair opportunities to grow
Ability to unlock full potential and achieve career goals
Training & Onboarding sessions
Accommodations for the interview process (e.g., accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews)
Purpose to enrich the lives of customers, communities, and colleagues
Values that shape culture and guide behavior
Colleague experience grounded in Impact, Growth, and a Culture of Care
Empowerment to make an impact at work and in the community
Opportunity to explore and grow career
Caring and inclusive culture
Commitment to fostering an environment where all colleagues are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work
Equitable opportunities and feeling respected and supported
Dedicated to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of customers and communities
Long-standing commitment to help drive progress towards a more inclusive and sustainable future
TD Ready Commitment: a multi-year North American initiative targeting C$1 billion by 2030 in community giving across Financial Security, Vibrant Planet, Connected Communities, and Better Health