Junior Claims Legal Counsel defending auto, bodily injury, property, and commercial insurance claims for Desjardins. Managing litigation files from start to finish across Ontario.
About the role
- Conseiller juridique chez Devimco, promoteur immobilier québécois. Rédaction contractuelle, gestion des litiges et soutien réglementaire en immobilier et construction.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and strategic support to the organization’s various business units
- Draft, negotiate, and interpret contracts related to the real estate and construction sectors, including ACC and CCDC contracts
- Participate in drafting and negotiating various types of contracts and related contractual documents
- Prepare and review deeds, agreements, confidentiality agreements, account-opening documents, and corporate documents
- Coordinate the work of external legal counsel as needed and follow up on mandates
- Advise internal teams on legal issues related to construction projects and contractual relationships
- Actively manage construction and real estate management litigation
- Assess risks, develop settlement strategies, and coordinate matters with external counsel
- Handle information requests, claims, and interventions from organizations including the CCQ, CNESST, and RBQ
- Collaborate on implementing and maintaining practices related to personal information protection and compliance with Law 25
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments in the company’s areas of activity
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Law
- Member in good standing of the Quebec Bar
- 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in private practice or in-house
- Relevant experience in construction law, real estate law, and civil and commercial litigation
- Knowledge of the regulatory frameworks applicable to the real estate and construction sectors
Benefits
- A wellness account to support your health, passions, and interests
- A competitive group insurance plan fully paid by the employer!
- A group RRSP and DPSP to help you invest in your future
- A generous vacation program, including a paid office closure during the Christmas holiday season
- A summer schedule that gives you an extra half-day each week to enjoy the warmer weather
- Five additional long weekends each year built into the company calendar
- Complete computer equipment provided on your first day
- Free parking or, if you prefer, a room to store your bicycle (at the head office)
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