Associate Lawyer

Associate Lawyer: Insurance Coverage

Guelph, ON (Hybrid) · Full-Time, Permanent · Targeting a Fall 2026 Start

We are the 3rd fastest growing law firm in Canada. We are a boutique firm serving families across the country, focused on making home insurance claims easier for individuals and families who have suffered a residential loss, most often after devastating fires or floods. We act exclusively for policyholders.

We are seeking an Associate Lawyer to take carriage of an active caseload of insurance coverage disputes. This is a high-autonomy role: after an initial ramp-up period, you will run your own files, maintain direct client relationships, and exercise real decision-making authority. We are not a traditional firm, and we are looking for someone who wants the responsibility that comes with that.

What You'll Be Doing

• Taking carriage of files from intake through resolution, by negotiation, appraisal, mediation, or other dispute resolution processes

• Working directly with clients to help them recover after a residential or commercial loss

• Drafting and reviewing coverage opinions, demand letters, settlement materials, and correspondence

• Representing clients through alternative dispute resolution processes

• Collaborating with associates, paralegals, and firm leadership, while owning the outcomes on your own files

What We're Looking For

• Strong technical and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex contracts and insurance policies

• Hands-on experience with property insurance claims and coverage disputes

• Sound, independent judgment: you are comfortable making calls without a partner down the hall

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A personable, practical approach and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients who are often going through the hardest period of their lives

• Ambition, and an eagerness to tackle novel legal issues with creative solutions

• Discretion, composure, and professionalism under pressure

• Familiarity with leveraging AI tools in your workflow

Where This Role Goes

We are growing quickly, and this role is built to grow with the firm. The successful candidate will have a clear path to a senior associate position and, over time, practice leadership, with direct mentorship from the firm's founder along the way. Advancement here is tied to the responsibility you take on and the results you deliver for clients, and because we practice in a developing area of law, you will be shaping precedent and practice rather than following someone else's playbook.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years post-call (required)

• At least 2 years of insurance-related experience (required); property insurance and coverage disputes preferred

• Litigation experience (an asset)

• JD and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario

• Ability to work from our Guelph, ON office (hybrid, Fridays remote)

Compensation & Benefits

• Extended health, dental, and vision care

• Monday to Friday schedule; hybrid work arrangement with Fridays remote

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and a cover letter telling us why this role is the right fit for you. Cover letters matter to us: applications submitted without one will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.

We are targeting a Fall 2026 start and look forward to hearing from you.

Benefits:

• Dental care

• Extended health care

• On-site parking

• Paid time off

• Vision care

• Work from home

Experience:

• Associate: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We're proud of the investments we've made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization's staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, temporary positions and remote jobs for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company's unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you'll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.We're proud of the investments we've made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.Our ServicesW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization's staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, temporary positions and remote jobs for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.Our ExpertiseW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company's unique needs.As a W3Global client, you'll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.