Job Description

A well-established Calgary law firm is seeking an Insurance Defence Associate with 2–8 years of experience to join its growing litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of insurance defence matters while collaborating with experienced litigators in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage insurance defence files from inception through resolution.
• Represent insurers and insured clients in a variety of litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Conduct examinations for discovery, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Attend chambers applications, pre-trial conferences, and court appearances.
• Prepare for and assist with trials and arbitrations.
• Develop litigation strategy while maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta, or eligible for admission.
• 2–8 years of insurance defence litigation experience.
• Strong advocacy, legal research, and drafting skills.
• Experience managing litigation files with increasing autonomy.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and client service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Compensation

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Professional development and continuing legal education support.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated insurance litigation matters with a respected Calgary firm.

If you're interested in learning more about this confidential opportunity, we'd be happy to discuss the position in greater detail.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.