Associate Lawyer – Personal Injury Law

Job summary

Manage personal injury and Accident Benefits files from inception through settlement, including preparing legal documents, representing clients in litigation and dispute resolution proceedings, and negotiating with insurers and opposing counsel. Take carriage of assigned files, advise clients throughout the claims process, communicate developments, and obtain instructions.

Job details

Zayouna Law Firm is seeking a motivated and skilled Associate Lawyer with experience in personal injury law to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated legal professional to take carriage of their own files, work closely with clients throughout the litigation process, and play an active role in advancing claims from inception through resolution. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Ontario's personal injury law framework, excellent advocacy and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage files independently while delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services. Key Responsibilities Manage Accident Benefits Claims: Apply knowledge of the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS), prepare and complete relevant insurance forms, and manage Accident Benefits claims from inception through settlement. Draft and Review Legal Documents: Prepare and review pleadings, Affidavits of Documents, motion records, Notices of Appeal, statements of issues, settlement conference memoranda, mediation memoranda, and pre-trial conference memoranda. Attend Litigation and Dispute Resolution Proceedings: Represent clients at examinations for discovery, case conferences, mandatory mediations, motions, appeals, and mediations and arbitrations before the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT), as required. Negotiate and Resolve Claims: Prepare settlement proposals, assess settlement opportunities, negotiate with opposing counsel and insurers, and work toward favourable resolutions for clients. Take Ownership of Assigned Files: Assume carriage of assigned client files and oversee their progression, ensuring matters are handled efficiently and diligently at every stage. Build Strong Client Relationships: Meet with clients throughout the lifecycle of their claims, including initial consultations, preparation for examinations for discovery and mediations, settlement discussions, and other key stages. Provide clear legal advice, communicate developments, and obtain client instructions as needed. Qualifications and Skills Called to the Ontario Bar and licensed to practise law in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (LSO). At least two years of experience practising personal injury law. Strong knowledge of Ontario's Accident Benefits system, including SABS claims and related procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong legal drafting and advocacy abilities. Demonstrated negotiation skills and the ability to pursue effective settlement outcomes. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment. Ability to manage files independently, exercise sound legal judgment, and maintain a client-focused approach. To learn more about Zayouna Law Firm, please visit www.zaylaw.com. We thank all applicants for their interest in Zayouna Law Firm. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Manage personal injury and Accident Benefits files from inception through settlement, including preparing legal documents, representing clients in litigation and dispute resolution proceedings, and negotiating with insurers and opposing counsel. Take carriage of assigned files, advise clients throughout the claims process, communicate developments, and obtain instructions.

Requirements

Must be called to the Ontario Bar and licensed in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, with at least two years of personal injury law experience. Requires strong knowledge of Ontario Accident Benefits procedures, excellent drafting, advocacy, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills, and the ability to manage files independently with a client-focused approach.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Personal Injury Law
• Accident Benefits Claims
• Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule
• Legal Drafting
• Litigation
• Advocacy
• Negotiation
• Settlement Assessment
• File Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Legal Research
• Communication
• Organization
• Time Management
• Independent Judgment

Job areas

• Legal