Top Benefits
About the role
Why join us?
Join us at DWF!
We are seeking a talented and motivated Mid-Level Coverage Associate to join our growing Toronto team.
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of post-call coverage experience in an in-house or private practice setting. The successful candidate will work with experienced and respected senior counsel on insurance coverage matters. An existing client base is not required. We offer attractive performance-based remuneration opportunities, and flexible and innovative work arrangements where appropriate.
Background and Reference Checks
Offers of employment may be conditional upon reference checks, criminal record checks, and educational verification.
While we thank all applicants, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls please. Please combine your resume and cover letter into one document, addressed to Danna Marks, Director, Associate & Student Programs, and upload it through the link provided.
Responsibilities
Providing coverage advice on policy interpretation and draft coverage opinions in relation to a variety of insurance policies across numerous industry sectors Supporting senior counsel on complex matters Business development and professional profile enhancement Meeting billable targets People/team leadership, mentorship and management
What will help you succeed in this role?
Legally entitled to practice law in Canada Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario At least 3 years of coverage experience Excellent English oral and written skills and communication ability Strong organization and teamwork skills Ability to multi-task and manage a busy practice alongside Legal Assistants and Clerks
What we offer
Salary
The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $195,000 annually; the salary offered is based upon year of call and is dependent upon skills and experience.
Benefits & Perks
Opportunities to participate in a variety of health & wellbeing related activities and programs; A wellness allowance for fitness expenses; Flexible health and dental coverage; Long term disability insurance; Flexible work arrangement options;
Diversity & Inclusivity
DWF recognizes that respect for the dignity and worth of everyone who works at the Firm is the foundation of harmonious and productive working relationships. We commit to providing a professional atmosphere which promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices. All prospective, current, and former employees will be treated fairly and equally regardless of race, age, colour, gender, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental ability, or sexual orientation.
About Us
DWF (formerly Whitelaw Twining) is a successful global law firm with a strong focus on litigation, with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal. Our team remains a Canadian industry leader in insurance, commercial litigation, construction, bodily injury, and alternative dispute resolution services. As part of our commitment to meeting client needs in a global market, and with an eye toward continued growth, WT fully integrated under the DWF Group in 2025.
The DWF Group is a leading provider of integrated legal and business services, with approximately 4,000 employees and offices and associations around the world. DWF delivers solutions that combine traditional legal services with modern legal operations and business services designed for today’s companies and the evolving challenges and opportunities they face.
Our firm has national and global presence and clients, but we strive to maintain the positive aspects of a small firm environment. We believe that our team works best in a collegial atmosphere in which all team members are empowered to build their careers, mentored and supported in their practice and encouraged to make a positive contribution to the firm and the community. DWF is extremely proud of its work environment, and its professional development and mentorship programs. We support our professionals as they grow their careers in their areas of interest.
About DWF (Canada)
In Canada, DWF Group have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal and operate both legal services and business services for clients.
DWF's Claims Management and Adjusting teams operate in Toronto and also Vancouver, following our acquisition of Barnescraig Associates in Vancouver in 2021.
These teams specialise in providing clients with the proactive resolution of claims emanating from professional liability, general liability, property, motor & auto liability, directors & officers, legal expenses, financial institutions and contractors all risks. Serving both the national Canadian market and London Market clients.
In December 2022, DWF entered the Canadian legal market via our transaction with Whitelaw Twining Law Corporation, a leading full-service litigation law firm headquartered in Vancouver, with an additional office in Calgary.
The team here specialise in insurance, commercial litigation, construction, personal injury and broader alternative dispute resolution services, having long-term relationships with local, national and international clients developed over more than 40 years.
Together these comprise a further step in DWF's North American strategy, as we develop our integrated legal and business services offering in Canada, which will also align with our Group's existing Legal Operations and claims operations in Chicago.
In January 2025 we were delighted to announce the opening of our Montreal Office. This strategic expansion marks our fourth Canadian location, alongside Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto, creating a robust insurance services offering.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Why join us?
Join us at DWF!
We are seeking a talented and motivated Mid-Level Coverage Associate to join our growing Toronto team.
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of post-call coverage experience in an in-house or private practice setting. The successful candidate will work with experienced and respected senior counsel on insurance coverage matters. An existing client base is not required. We offer attractive performance-based remuneration opportunities, and flexible and innovative work arrangements where appropriate.
Background and Reference Checks
Offers of employment may be conditional upon reference checks, criminal record checks, and educational verification.
While we thank all applicants, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls please. Please combine your resume and cover letter into one document, addressed to Danna Marks, Director, Associate & Student Programs, and upload it through the link provided.
Responsibilities
Providing coverage advice on policy interpretation and draft coverage opinions in relation to a variety of insurance policies across numerous industry sectors Supporting senior counsel on complex matters Business development and professional profile enhancement Meeting billable targets People/team leadership, mentorship and management
What will help you succeed in this role?
Legally entitled to practice law in Canada Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario At least 3 years of coverage experience Excellent English oral and written skills and communication ability Strong organization and teamwork skills Ability to multi-task and manage a busy practice alongside Legal Assistants and Clerks
What we offer
Salary
The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $195,000 annually; the salary offered is based upon year of call and is dependent upon skills and experience.
Benefits & Perks
Opportunities to participate in a variety of health & wellbeing related activities and programs; A wellness allowance for fitness expenses; Flexible health and dental coverage; Long term disability insurance; Flexible work arrangement options;
Diversity & Inclusivity
DWF recognizes that respect for the dignity and worth of everyone who works at the Firm is the foundation of harmonious and productive working relationships. We commit to providing a professional atmosphere which promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices. All prospective, current, and former employees will be treated fairly and equally regardless of race, age, colour, gender, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental ability, or sexual orientation.
About Us
DWF (formerly Whitelaw Twining) is a successful global law firm with a strong focus on litigation, with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal. Our team remains a Canadian industry leader in insurance, commercial litigation, construction, bodily injury, and alternative dispute resolution services. As part of our commitment to meeting client needs in a global market, and with an eye toward continued growth, WT fully integrated under the DWF Group in 2025.
The DWF Group is a leading provider of integrated legal and business services, with approximately 4,000 employees and offices and associations around the world. DWF delivers solutions that combine traditional legal services with modern legal operations and business services designed for today’s companies and the evolving challenges and opportunities they face.
Our firm has national and global presence and clients, but we strive to maintain the positive aspects of a small firm environment. We believe that our team works best in a collegial atmosphere in which all team members are empowered to build their careers, mentored and supported in their practice and encouraged to make a positive contribution to the firm and the community. DWF is extremely proud of its work environment, and its professional development and mentorship programs. We support our professionals as they grow their careers in their areas of interest.
About DWF (Canada)
In Canada, DWF Group have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal and operate both legal services and business services for clients.
DWF's Claims Management and Adjusting teams operate in Toronto and also Vancouver, following our acquisition of Barnescraig Associates in Vancouver in 2021.
These teams specialise in providing clients with the proactive resolution of claims emanating from professional liability, general liability, property, motor & auto liability, directors & officers, legal expenses, financial institutions and contractors all risks. Serving both the national Canadian market and London Market clients.
In December 2022, DWF entered the Canadian legal market via our transaction with Whitelaw Twining Law Corporation, a leading full-service litigation law firm headquartered in Vancouver, with an additional office in Calgary.
The team here specialise in insurance, commercial litigation, construction, personal injury and broader alternative dispute resolution services, having long-term relationships with local, national and international clients developed over more than 40 years.
Together these comprise a further step in DWF's North American strategy, as we develop our integrated legal and business services offering in Canada, which will also align with our Group's existing Legal Operations and claims operations in Chicago.
In January 2025 we were delighted to announce the opening of our Montreal Office. This strategic expansion marks our fourth Canadian location, alongside Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto, creating a robust insurance services offering.