Associate Lawyer – Insurance Coverage & Coverage Litigation, Montréal

An opportunity has arisen for a French-and-English-speaking associate to join a market-leading insurance coverage practice in Montréal. The role focuses on high-value coverage disputes in construction, professional liability and financial risk, acting for insurer clients on matters in Quebec, elsewhere in Canada and the United States. Most of the client base sits in the London insurance market.

The successful candidate will advise insurers on coverage across a broad spectrum of policies, including commercial general liability, construction wrap-up, professional indemnity, cyber, product liability and recall, directors' and officers', and crime coverage. The position involves reviewing and analysing policy wordings, handling coverage investigations and disputes, and acting as attorney of record where appropriate. There is also the opportunity to plead before the courts for those who wish to do so.

Due to the international client base, fluent English is essential alongside French. The associate will collaborate regularly with English-speaking clients and colleagues in Canada and abroad, providing complex legal advice and opinions, drafting pleadings and submissions in English, and preparing for and conducting examinations. Business development and attendance at events in Quebec and internationally are encouraged.

• Member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec
• Civil law degree required; a common law qualification is an asset
• Membership in a Canadian bar association is an asset
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in private practice or in-house, specifically in insurance coverage and litigation in Quebec, Canada or elsewhere
• Fluent bilingualism in French and English, verbally and in writing
• Strong ability to prepare high-quality written reports in both languages
• Excellent analytical and synthesis skills, with rigour and meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategies, present clear plans to clients and communicate instructions precisely
• Negotiating talent and strong interpersonal skills
• Aptitude for building trusted relationships with clients and with counsel