Counsel – Property & Casualty Litigation

About the role

The Co-operators group of companies is seeking a Counsel for Property & Casualty (P&C) Litigation to manage a variety of bodily injury and property claims. This full‑time, hybrid position will involve day‑to‑day file handling, legal advice, and collaboration with claims teams to resolve matters efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Handle lower to moderate complexity P&C litigation files from referral through resolution, including assessments, legal research, and participation in examinations, mediations, motions, appeals, pre‑trials, and trials.
• Provide legal advice, training, and guidance to agents, insured clients, and internal staff.
• Support senior counsel and AVPs on higher‑complexity claims and special projects.
• Identify issues requiring expert input or escalation to senior leadership.
• Recommend process improvements to reduce financial and legal exposure.

Required profile

• Legal qualification with experience in insurance or P&C litigation.
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships.
• Innovative mindset focused on operational efficiency and client needs.

Required skills

• Legal research and analysis
• Litigation management (examinations, mediations, motions, appeals, trials)
• Advisory and training delivery

What we offer

• Hybrid work model (2 days onsite)
• Opportunities for professional development within a leading Canadian financial services cooperative
• Collaborative culture focused on sustainability and community impact