TD Insurance, Counsel II - Property Litigation

Work Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours

35

Line of Business

Legal

Pay Details

$135,000 - $180,000 CAD
Temporary market premium specific to this role that is reassessed annually.

Job Description

Reporting to a Practice Leader in Ontario, Counsel II (Property Litigation) handles assigned insurance legal matters, represents TD Insurance or its policyholders in civil litigation matters involving claims for damages and compensation for property damage of varying value with legal issues of ranging complexity.

Hybrid work model. This position will report out of the Toronto office.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for questioning, investigation, handling and trial of cases.
• Communicate with TD Insurance analysts and insured clients, as appropriate.
• Conduct necessary and appropriate Questionings, applications, trials, and mediations.
• Research the law applicable to cases or matters.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, applications and legal factums as required.
• Remain current with developments in the law.

Job Requirements

• Completion of law school with LLB and admission to the bar in Ontario.
• Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario, in good standing.
• 5+ years’ experience as a lawyer with a background in insurance defense litigation or other property litigation, including subrogation, auto property damage, residential defence and/or first party residential claims.
• Knowledge of legal and court documents and procedures.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment and word processing.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to edit and proof legal documents.
• Motivated self‑starter with capability to work productively under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills, professional and positive demeanor.
• Superior organizational and priority setting skills, strong work ethic and ability to multi‑task.
• Conceptual and creative problem‑solving skills.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well‑being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well‑being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs.

Colleague Development

We want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.