Senior Counsel, Litigation

Position: Senior Counsel, Litigation Life
Elevate your legal career with Canada Life as a Senior Counsel specializing in litigation. This permanent, full-time role focuses on long-term disability cases and life insurance disputes across Western Canada.

You will report to the Assistant Vice-President and Senior Counsel, Litigation, becoming a crucial member of the Canadian Litigation and Employment group. Your expertise will guide internal business partners, ensuring timely and effective legal representation. In this role, you will also manage a diverse portfolio of litigation matters, emphasizing collaboration with external counsel and business leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on litigation matters

• Manage long-term disability litigation cases

• Draft pleadings, briefs, and mediation materials

• Represent the company in court and mediation settings

• Mentor junior legal team members

Requirements:

• Law degree and bar membership in Ontario or Manitoba

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant litigation experience

• Strong skills in advocacy and dispute resolution

• Experience with life and health insurance litigation

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Contribute to impactful litigation strategies while supporting Canada Life's mission to enhance the well-being of Canadians.