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Junior Claims Legal Counsel

Job in Toronto, Ontario, C6A, Canada
Listing for: Relevance
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-04
Job specializations:
  • Law/Legal
    Litigation, Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Paralegal
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90012 - 132018 CAD Yearly CAD 90012.00 132018.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Come join our Property and Casualty Insurance Defence In-house Legal team of over 200 employees across 5 offices, including Toronto, Mississauga, Aurora, Ottawa, and Calgary. Independently carry a case load of litigation files, from start to finish, involving the defence of auto claims, accident benefits, bodily injury, commercial lines, property, subrogation, and coverage work. We will support your career as a lawyer by making your engagement and happiness a priority.

Your growth and success are key - you will be paired with a leader who is directly invested in your personal and professional development and your distinct career goals. You will never be alone - teamwork and collaboration are essential to what we do. Your efforts and achievements will be valued and celebrated by management and your peers. We are committed to creating an environment where you can be your best self!

You don’t work  grow with Desjardins. We don’t offer you a job, we offer you job satisfaction! At Desjardins, work life balance is not just a concept – it is honoured and encouraged. More specifically, you will be required to:

You’re skilled at independently carrying a case load of files, from start to finish

You’re able to provide assessments to our claims partners on liability and quantum of damages

You excel at drafting opinions, pleadings, and motions

You enjoy conducting Examinations for Discovery

You take charge when attending case-conferences, Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) hearings/arbitrations as well as Court for motions, pre-trials and trials

You are passionate and interested in sharing and contributing to the growth of legal knowledge with your colleagues

You strive to be part of a team that focuses on and delivers exceptional client experience and superior legal services

What we offer
* Competitive salary and annual bonus

Salary range : $90 012 to $132 018 per year (Toronto suburbs)

4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year

Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement

Group insurance including telemedicine

Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

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* What you bring to the table

Bachelor's degree in law, Juris Doctor or in a related field

A minimum of five years of relevant experience

Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

Experience with trials and/or arbitrations

Experience with Accident Benefits and Bodily Injury Insurance

Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario

Action oriented, Collaborates, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Persuades, Plans and aligns

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

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