At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.
When it comes to equity, diversity and inclusion, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.
Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.
Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.
OPPORTUNITY
Gowling WLG’s Calgary office is currently seeking two motivated Associate Lawyers with 1-4 years of commercial litigation experience to join its dynamic Advocacy Group. The candidate will work closely with strong teammates, senior advocates and great mentors to provide exceptional service.
The ideal candidate must have proven client management skills, strong analytical, communication, and drafting skills, and be prepared to engage in a team environment on challenging work with our clients.
If you are a junior or mid-level associate looking for a great opportunity, this could be the career move for you.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Interested candidates should forward their resumes, including academic records, in confidence via the career page on our website.
Gowling WLG is proud to offer equal employment opportunities.
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.
While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Feb 27, 2024
Full time
At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.
When it comes to equity, diversity and inclusion, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.
Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.
Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.
OPPORTUNITY
Gowling WLG’s Calgary office is currently seeking two motivated Associate Lawyers with 1-4 years of commercial litigation experience to join its dynamic Advocacy Group. The candidate will work closely with strong teammates, senior advocates and great mentors to provide exceptional service.
The ideal candidate must have proven client management skills, strong analytical, communication, and drafting skills, and be prepared to engage in a team environment on challenging work with our clients.
If you are a junior or mid-level associate looking for a great opportunity, this could be the career move for you.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Interested candidates should forward their resumes, including academic records, in confidence via the career page on our website.
Gowling WLG is proud to offer equal employment opportunities.
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.
While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Description
Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked the best Airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.
We are seeking a litigation lawyer with one to three (1-3) years of experience to join our team in Montreal. Reporting to the Litigation Practice Group, under the leadership of the Vice-President & General Counsel - Litigation, who has carriage of all major litigation and claims against Air Canada and its affiliates, worldwide, the selected candidate will be part of the litigation team and will provide legal advice on a wide range of matters including but not limited to: general liability, aviation liability, regulatory obligations, contractual obligations and anti-trust issues. The selected candidate may be called to represent Air Canada and its affiliates before civil courts and administrative tribunals as well as assist in other more senior lawyers in the team on major litigation.
The successful candidate will have acquired experience and exposure to litigation facing large corporations including document production. Solid technical competence is a must. The selected candidate would be one who is a dynamic team player, as collaboration is an essential aspect of the job.
Full bilingualism (French and English) in oral and written communications is essential as the issues assessed could be in any jurisdiction in Canada or across the world and where in the overwhelming majority of proceedings instituted against Air Canada, English is the language of communication with internal clients, other parties, counsel, experts or court Membership in a provincial bar in Canada (preferably the Bar of Quebec) is required.
Proficiency in a foreign language and knowledge and experience in administrative law and class action proceedings are definitely assets. To succeed in the position, the candidate should have a track record demonstrating the following qualities or characteristics:
Adaptability and flexibility to work effectively in a context of constant change, shifting priorities, and conflicting demands, to embrace new ideas and to adjust to a variety of situations and individuals;
Solid research and analytical skills, to identify, define and assess all relevant factors and weight alternative courses of action, and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment;
Capacity to work under pressure, displaying composure in stressful situations;
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and to develop strong co-operative relationships;
Inclination to take initiative and be proactive and to offer to assist and support co-workers, resourcefulness to prevent problems, and ability to handle work independently, taking responsibility for own actions;
Drive to satisfy and anticipate "client" needs, possessing creativity to tailor approach to meet the business needs;
Drive for results and urgency, high motivation towards achievement and action-oriented with ability to sensibly prioritize efforts;
Tenacity and resilience to persevere towards goals despite challenges and obstacles, maintaining enthusiasm and drive through to attainment of objectives.
Excellent negotiation, advocacy and written and oral communications skills are required. Integrity (including a strong work ethic, high personal standards, discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information, dedication to follow through on commitments, and openness and honesty in communications as well as a respectful demeanour) is assumed. A successful candidate will be one who takes pride in his or her role as a representative of Canada's international airline.
Intangible Benefits
The selected candidate will often work autonomously but will have the benefit of working closely with and learning from more senior counsel who have acquired a broad and deep understanding of all commercial and regulatory aspects of the Air Canada and airline business.
The candidate would be joining a company with a high profile and operations in a multi-faceted regulatory, competitive and international environment. Though the demands are high, they are devoid of the pressures of client development and billing, found in private practice. The environment is fast-paced with constant activity. The international dimension and exposure to a wide range of foreign legal regimes is also an attraction.
The opportunity to join a cohesive and dynamic group of professionals, who take pride in contributing to achieving Air Canada's commercial and operational objectives and who are focused on personal growth and improving client services, is an attraction as is the opportunity to join an international airline whose successes and innovations are attracting very positive attention from the industry internationally and the investor community.
Qualifications
Conditions of Employment:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.
Linguistic Requirements
Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.
Diversity and Inclusion
Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees' unique contributions to our company's success.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.
Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.
Jan 10, 2024
Full time
Description
Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked the best Airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.
We are seeking a litigation lawyer with one to three (1-3) years of experience to join our team in Montreal. Reporting to the Litigation Practice Group, under the leadership of the Vice-President & General Counsel - Litigation, who has carriage of all major litigation and claims against Air Canada and its affiliates, worldwide, the selected candidate will be part of the litigation team and will provide legal advice on a wide range of matters including but not limited to: general liability, aviation liability, regulatory obligations, contractual obligations and anti-trust issues. The selected candidate may be called to represent Air Canada and its affiliates before civil courts and administrative tribunals as well as assist in other more senior lawyers in the team on major litigation.
The successful candidate will have acquired experience and exposure to litigation facing large corporations including document production. Solid technical competence is a must. The selected candidate would be one who is a dynamic team player, as collaboration is an essential aspect of the job.
Full bilingualism (French and English) in oral and written communications is essential as the issues assessed could be in any jurisdiction in Canada or across the world and where in the overwhelming majority of proceedings instituted against Air Canada, English is the language of communication with internal clients, other parties, counsel, experts or court Membership in a provincial bar in Canada (preferably the Bar of Quebec) is required.
Proficiency in a foreign language and knowledge and experience in administrative law and class action proceedings are definitely assets. To succeed in the position, the candidate should have a track record demonstrating the following qualities or characteristics:
Adaptability and flexibility to work effectively in a context of constant change, shifting priorities, and conflicting demands, to embrace new ideas and to adjust to a variety of situations and individuals;
Solid research and analytical skills, to identify, define and assess all relevant factors and weight alternative courses of action, and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment;
Capacity to work under pressure, displaying composure in stressful situations;
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and to develop strong co-operative relationships;
Inclination to take initiative and be proactive and to offer to assist and support co-workers, resourcefulness to prevent problems, and ability to handle work independently, taking responsibility for own actions;
Drive to satisfy and anticipate "client" needs, possessing creativity to tailor approach to meet the business needs;
Drive for results and urgency, high motivation towards achievement and action-oriented with ability to sensibly prioritize efforts;
Tenacity and resilience to persevere towards goals despite challenges and obstacles, maintaining enthusiasm and drive through to attainment of objectives.
Excellent negotiation, advocacy and written and oral communications skills are required. Integrity (including a strong work ethic, high personal standards, discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information, dedication to follow through on commitments, and openness and honesty in communications as well as a respectful demeanour) is assumed. A successful candidate will be one who takes pride in his or her role as a representative of Canada's international airline.
Intangible Benefits
The selected candidate will often work autonomously but will have the benefit of working closely with and learning from more senior counsel who have acquired a broad and deep understanding of all commercial and regulatory aspects of the Air Canada and airline business.
The candidate would be joining a company with a high profile and operations in a multi-faceted regulatory, competitive and international environment. Though the demands are high, they are devoid of the pressures of client development and billing, found in private practice. The environment is fast-paced with constant activity. The international dimension and exposure to a wide range of foreign legal regimes is also an attraction.
The opportunity to join a cohesive and dynamic group of professionals, who take pride in contributing to achieving Air Canada's commercial and operational objectives and who are focused on personal growth and improving client services, is an attraction as is the opportunity to join an international airline whose successes and innovations are attracting very positive attention from the industry internationally and the investor community.
Qualifications
Conditions of Employment:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.
Linguistic Requirements
Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.
Diversity and Inclusion
Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees' unique contributions to our company's success.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.
Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.
We have an in-house position available for a Litigation Lawyer with 6 or more years experience in Insurance Defence Litigation. Aviva Trial Lawyers handles the defence of property, commercial and automobile insurance matters.
Accountabilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for handling litigation matters from assignment to conclusion, including providing assessments and opinions on claims. Experience in personal injury, strata disputes, commercial and homeowner liability and multi-party construction litigation is preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Candidates should possess superior oral and written advocacy skills, as well as be adaptable, flexible and work independently or as part of a team. A strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism is required.Trial experience is a must.
Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.
Nov 01, 2023
Full time
We have an in-house position available for a Litigation Lawyer with 6 or more years experience in Insurance Defence Litigation. Aviva Trial Lawyers handles the defence of property, commercial and automobile insurance matters.
Accountabilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for handling litigation matters from assignment to conclusion, including providing assessments and opinions on claims. Experience in personal injury, strata disputes, commercial and homeowner liability and multi-party construction litigation is preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Candidates should possess superior oral and written advocacy skills, as well as be adaptable, flexible and work independently or as part of a team. A strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism is required.Trial experience is a must.
Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.
We have an in-house position available for a Litigation Lawyer with 6 or more years experience in Insurance Defence Litigation. Aviva Trial Lawyers handles the defence of property, commercial and automobile insurance matters.
Accountabilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for handling litigation matters from assignment to conclusion, including providing assessments and opinions on claims. Experience in personal injury, strata disputes, commercial and homeowner liability and multi-party construction litigation is preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Candidates should possess superior oral and written advocacy skills, as well as be adaptable, flexible and work independently or as part of a team. A strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism is required.Trial experience is a must.
Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.
Oct 15, 2023
Full time
We have an in-house position available for a Litigation Lawyer with 6 or more years experience in Insurance Defence Litigation. Aviva Trial Lawyers handles the defence of property, commercial and automobile insurance matters.
Accountabilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for handling litigation matters from assignment to conclusion, including providing assessments and opinions on claims. Experience in personal injury, strata disputes, commercial and homeowner liability and multi-party construction litigation is preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Candidates should possess superior oral and written advocacy skills, as well as be adaptable, flexible and work independently or as part of a team. A strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism is required.Trial experience is a must.
Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice
What We'll Bring
At TransUnion, we are dedicated to finding ways information can be used to help people make better and smarter decisions. As a trusted provider of global information solutions, our mission is to help people around the world access the opportunities that lead to a higher quality of life, by helping organizations optimize their risk-based decisions and enabling consumers to understand and manage their personal information. Because when people have access to more complete and multidimensional information, they can make more informed decisions and achieve great things.
Every day TransUnion offers our employees the tools and resources they need to find ways information can be used in diverse ways. Whether it is helping businesses better manage risk, providing better insights so a consumer can qualify for his first mortgage or working with law enforcement to make neighborhoods safer, we are improving the quality of life for individuals, families, communities and local economies around the world.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor of civil and/or common law.
Minimum of 4-7 years of experience.
Must be a member of the local law society and be fully licensed to practice in the country.
Knowledge and understanding of the following areas of law are recommended: administrative law, consumer reporting legislation and other privacy legislation, litigation, and general corporate commercial knowledge.
Ability to work in a team environment and interact at all levels of the organization.
Strong organizational and advocacy skills.
Ability to support multiple, complex, and often conflicting and quickly changing priorities.
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills.
Technologically adept and proficiency with the tools of the profession.
Strong negotiation skills.
This position requires some travel.
French proficiency is preferred.
Privacy certification is preferred.
Impact You'll Make
With guidance from management, this role provides legal services to TransUnion Canada ensuring that business practices, policies, and dealings of the corporation meet regulatory requirements and that its operations are within the scope established by applicable law. The incumbent provides support for regulatory activities, interprets changes to the law, provides support to business units and/or prepares legal documents and renders opinions regarding issues faced by TransUnion based on regulatory activities. Helps to manage claims against the company from a regulatory perspective or otherwise. The incumbent must have a broad-based knowledge of administrative law, litigation, and privacy and must rapidly learn the issues faced by the company in order to legally protect the company.
What You Will Do
Provide counsel, legal support to business units on a variety of complex legal matters and matters having a potentially significant impact on the company’s business and operations.
Provide prompt and practical advice to business units on complex regulatory and litigation matters, including those involving the transfer of personal information and/or technology.
Provide support to manage potential liability and other legal risk related to data usage, data privacy and data security incidents, including identifying applicable legal obligations, helping to manage the company’s response.
Act as counsel on escalated and regulatory complaints. Seeks resolution and/or defines settlements to avoid litigation. Works with the business units to seek long term preventative solutions.
Respond to regulatory inquiries and serve as a liaison with regulators on regulatory and privacy issues, in coordination with other stakeholders as appropriate.
Work with the other departments on regulatory matters, privacy matter, corporate risk analysis and other matters as appropriate.
Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on privacy and regulatory compliance, as well as guidance and practical solutions to resolve and manage compliance, regulatory and privacy-related risks.
Responsible for keeping abreast of current legislative developments, particularly with such developments that may have an impact upon company operations. Recommends changes regarding out business/services based on the law or other legal issues that may involve the company’s short or long-term strategic operations. Works with internal government relations stakeholders on advocacy efforts.
Actively participate in projects that have a regulatory or privacy impact. Work in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure project complies with regulatory obligations. Support the business units in their activities towards achieving compliance and provide legal counsel in that regard. Propose creative and practical solutions to achieve compliance while meeting business goals.
Ensure leadership inside the legal function are fully briefed on major issues that arise in relevant business areas and major legislative, business, regulatory or operational issues that may arise.
Maintain and develop positive and professional working relationships with members of the legal team, internal and external clients, and business units.
Train other associates on law and procedures using on-the-job training and advice on how a task should be completed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Accommodation is available, including for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.
Jul 20, 2023
Full time
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice
What We'll Bring
At TransUnion, we are dedicated to finding ways information can be used to help people make better and smarter decisions. As a trusted provider of global information solutions, our mission is to help people around the world access the opportunities that lead to a higher quality of life, by helping organizations optimize their risk-based decisions and enabling consumers to understand and manage their personal information. Because when people have access to more complete and multidimensional information, they can make more informed decisions and achieve great things.
Every day TransUnion offers our employees the tools and resources they need to find ways information can be used in diverse ways. Whether it is helping businesses better manage risk, providing better insights so a consumer can qualify for his first mortgage or working with law enforcement to make neighborhoods safer, we are improving the quality of life for individuals, families, communities and local economies around the world.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor of civil and/or common law.
Minimum of 4-7 years of experience.
Must be a member of the local law society and be fully licensed to practice in the country.
Knowledge and understanding of the following areas of law are recommended: administrative law, consumer reporting legislation and other privacy legislation, litigation, and general corporate commercial knowledge.
Ability to work in a team environment and interact at all levels of the organization.
Strong organizational and advocacy skills.
Ability to support multiple, complex, and often conflicting and quickly changing priorities.
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills.
Technologically adept and proficiency with the tools of the profession.
Strong negotiation skills.
This position requires some travel.
French proficiency is preferred.
Privacy certification is preferred.
Impact You'll Make
With guidance from management, this role provides legal services to TransUnion Canada ensuring that business practices, policies, and dealings of the corporation meet regulatory requirements and that its operations are within the scope established by applicable law. The incumbent provides support for regulatory activities, interprets changes to the law, provides support to business units and/or prepares legal documents and renders opinions regarding issues faced by TransUnion based on regulatory activities. Helps to manage claims against the company from a regulatory perspective or otherwise. The incumbent must have a broad-based knowledge of administrative law, litigation, and privacy and must rapidly learn the issues faced by the company in order to legally protect the company.
What You Will Do
Provide counsel, legal support to business units on a variety of complex legal matters and matters having a potentially significant impact on the company’s business and operations.
Provide prompt and practical advice to business units on complex regulatory and litigation matters, including those involving the transfer of personal information and/or technology.
Provide support to manage potential liability and other legal risk related to data usage, data privacy and data security incidents, including identifying applicable legal obligations, helping to manage the company’s response.
Act as counsel on escalated and regulatory complaints. Seeks resolution and/or defines settlements to avoid litigation. Works with the business units to seek long term preventative solutions.
Respond to regulatory inquiries and serve as a liaison with regulators on regulatory and privacy issues, in coordination with other stakeholders as appropriate.
Work with the other departments on regulatory matters, privacy matter, corporate risk analysis and other matters as appropriate.
Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on privacy and regulatory compliance, as well as guidance and practical solutions to resolve and manage compliance, regulatory and privacy-related risks.
Responsible for keeping abreast of current legislative developments, particularly with such developments that may have an impact upon company operations. Recommends changes regarding out business/services based on the law or other legal issues that may involve the company’s short or long-term strategic operations. Works with internal government relations stakeholders on advocacy efforts.
Actively participate in projects that have a regulatory or privacy impact. Work in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure project complies with regulatory obligations. Support the business units in their activities towards achieving compliance and provide legal counsel in that regard. Propose creative and practical solutions to achieve compliance while meeting business goals.
Ensure leadership inside the legal function are fully briefed on major issues that arise in relevant business areas and major legislative, business, regulatory or operational issues that may arise.
Maintain and develop positive and professional working relationships with members of the legal team, internal and external clients, and business units.
Train other associates on law and procedures using on-the-job training and advice on how a task should be completed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Accommodation is available, including for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.
We are growing our in-house legal department with passionate and skilled litigators who seek to build on their existing advocacy and analytical skills in a supportive work environment.
Aviva Trial Lawyers is a leading insurance defence team with offices located across Canada, including St. John’s. The team is comprised of 200 lawyers, trial clerks, law clerks and practice assistants who are dedicated to serving the needs of Aviva’s diverse range of personal, professional, and commercial customers. While we have the resources of a large team nationally, lawyers in our Regional Team (including St. John’s) also enjoy the supportive collegiality and independence of working in a smaller office environment.
Our dynamic team of lawyers enjoys rewarding work in a variety of areas including motor vehicle litigation, occupiers’ liability, professional liability, commercial liability, multi-party construction litigation, product liability litigation, property claims and subrogation matters. Members of our team participate in all phases of the litigation process, including trials and appeals.
Our progressive leadership team embraces the use of technology in the practice of law and takes pride in the ability to offer its lawyers a hybrid work model that promotes flexibility, collegiality, collaboration, and mentorship in both a virtual and in-person setting. Our unique 1:1 lawyer/clerk ratio allows our lawyers to work efficiently in partnership with Aviva’s claims professionals and customers.
The successful candidate will have relevant experience in litigating personal injury claims. Additional experience in property, commercial liability, homeowner liability or multi-party construction litigation is an asset but not a requirement.
Lawyers who choose a career with Aviva Trial Lawyers enjoy an attractive compensation package with meaningful opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
Aviva Trial Lawyers celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable workplace .
Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada
May 09, 2023
Full time
We are growing our in-house legal department with passionate and skilled litigators who seek to build on their existing advocacy and analytical skills in a supportive work environment.
Aviva Trial Lawyers is a leading insurance defence team with offices located across Canada, including St. John’s. The team is comprised of 200 lawyers, trial clerks, law clerks and practice assistants who are dedicated to serving the needs of Aviva’s diverse range of personal, professional, and commercial customers. While we have the resources of a large team nationally, lawyers in our Regional Team (including St. John’s) also enjoy the supportive collegiality and independence of working in a smaller office environment.
Our dynamic team of lawyers enjoys rewarding work in a variety of areas including motor vehicle litigation, occupiers’ liability, professional liability, commercial liability, multi-party construction litigation, product liability litigation, property claims and subrogation matters. Members of our team participate in all phases of the litigation process, including trials and appeals.
Our progressive leadership team embraces the use of technology in the practice of law and takes pride in the ability to offer its lawyers a hybrid work model that promotes flexibility, collegiality, collaboration, and mentorship in both a virtual and in-person setting. Our unique 1:1 lawyer/clerk ratio allows our lawyers to work efficiently in partnership with Aviva’s claims professionals and customers.
The successful candidate will have relevant experience in litigating personal injury claims. Additional experience in property, commercial liability, homeowner liability or multi-party construction litigation is an asset but not a requirement.
Lawyers who choose a career with Aviva Trial Lawyers enjoy an attractive compensation package with meaningful opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
Aviva Trial Lawyers celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable workplace .
Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada
Requisition ID: 7072 Department: Legal Service: Prosecution Service Employment Type: 1 Full-time Permanent Work Hours: 35.00 /hours per week Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside Salary Information: $72,759.96 - $85,137.78 annually (2023 rates of pay) Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean City: Ottawa, ON Job Category: Legal Services Application Close: 08/03/2023
JOB SUMMARY
Legal Services provides a comprehensive and complex range of legal services to elected officials, all City of Ottawa departments, and various boards and commissions (i.e. Ottawa Police Services Board, Ottawa Community Land Development Corporation and the Ottawa Public Library), in the areas of civil litigation, labour and employment law, prosecutions, and corporate, municipal, planning, development, environmental, and commercial law.
You are responsible for conducting prosecutions and appeals of offences under the Provincial Offences Act relating to provincial statutes, provincial regulations, and municipal by-laws and for providing general paralegal and administrative duties related thereto.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 2 year community college diploma in law enforcement, Court and Tribunal Agent Program or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant field
Significant and demonstrated experience prosecuting or defending municipal and provincial offences in the Ontario Court of Justice
Experience ensuring compliance with Ministry of the Attorney General standards for Provincial Offences Act prosecutions
Relevant experience in a law office or as a paralegal
KNOWLEDGE
Thorough working knowledge of the Provincial Offences Act, Highway Traffic Act, and other related provincial statutes, regulations and municipal by-laws, and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Working knowledge of function and responsibilities, processes and administration of the Provincial Offences Courts, trial and appeal procedures, rules of evidence and other applicable legislation, rules and practices
Working knowledge and familiarity with investigative techniques employed by enforcement agencies, including enforcement tools and technologies
Theory and practice of oral and written advocacy
Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
Working knowledge of ICON software is desirable
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrated negotiation skills
Deal tactfully and effectively with judiciary, legal profession, enforcement agencies and general public
Manage conflict resolution and possess strong verbal, written and presentation communication skills
Knowledgeable, team player, ability to multi-task and process high volumes of work accurately, effective communicator, work with minimum supervision, tactful and diplomatic in high conflict situations, ability to prioritize and work to deadlines, highly organized and effective time manager.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.
Feb 24, 2023
Full time
Requisition ID: 7072 Department: Legal Service: Prosecution Service Employment Type: 1 Full-time Permanent Work Hours: 35.00 /hours per week Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside Salary Information: $72,759.96 - $85,137.78 annually (2023 rates of pay) Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean City: Ottawa, ON Job Category: Legal Services Application Close: 08/03/2023
JOB SUMMARY
Legal Services provides a comprehensive and complex range of legal services to elected officials, all City of Ottawa departments, and various boards and commissions (i.e. Ottawa Police Services Board, Ottawa Community Land Development Corporation and the Ottawa Public Library), in the areas of civil litigation, labour and employment law, prosecutions, and corporate, municipal, planning, development, environmental, and commercial law.
You are responsible for conducting prosecutions and appeals of offences under the Provincial Offences Act relating to provincial statutes, provincial regulations, and municipal by-laws and for providing general paralegal and administrative duties related thereto.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 2 year community college diploma in law enforcement, Court and Tribunal Agent Program or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant field
Significant and demonstrated experience prosecuting or defending municipal and provincial offences in the Ontario Court of Justice
Experience ensuring compliance with Ministry of the Attorney General standards for Provincial Offences Act prosecutions
Relevant experience in a law office or as a paralegal
KNOWLEDGE
Thorough working knowledge of the Provincial Offences Act, Highway Traffic Act, and other related provincial statutes, regulations and municipal by-laws, and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Working knowledge of function and responsibilities, processes and administration of the Provincial Offences Courts, trial and appeal procedures, rules of evidence and other applicable legislation, rules and practices
Working knowledge and familiarity with investigative techniques employed by enforcement agencies, including enforcement tools and technologies
Theory and practice of oral and written advocacy
Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
Working knowledge of ICON software is desirable
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrated negotiation skills
Deal tactfully and effectively with judiciary, legal profession, enforcement agencies and general public
Manage conflict resolution and possess strong verbal, written and presentation communication skills
Knowledgeable, team player, ability to multi-task and process high volumes of work accurately, effective communicator, work with minimum supervision, tactful and diplomatic in high conflict situations, ability to prioritize and work to deadlines, highly organized and effective time manager.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.