The Alberta Lawyers Indemnity Association ("ALIA") is the member-funded, non-profit corporation that manages Alberta's indemnity program for participating lawyers, providing economic and reputational protection to them and compensation to members of the public who have suffered certain financial losses due to the actions of participating lawyers, including qualified errors and misappropriation. ALIA operates as a separate financial entity from the Law Society of Alberta ("LSA"), ALIA's sole shareholder, which regulates Alberta's legal profession in the public interest. Reporting to the Manager, Claims, the Claims Counsel is expected to effectively and efficiently investigate, assess, manage and settle negligence and misappropriation claims made against participating lawyers. As a member of the ALIA team, the Claims Counsel will: Work collaboratively with high performance individuals and make a positive contribution to a high performance, results-orientated culture. Retain and oversee independent claims investigators, adjusters and outside counsel, when appropriate.



Maintain claim files in accordance with the Claims Manual and update claim data and statistics. Assess and evaluate coverage with reference to policy definitions, conditions and exclusions. Inform subscribers of claims process, management of their file and any coverage issues. Provide advice and strategic support to subscribers to prevent and repair claims. Develop comprehensive strategies to efficiently resolve claims. Conduct research of applicable statutes and common law precedents, as required. Member of the Law Society of Alberta (or eligible for membership) Law Degree Related litigation/insurance defence practice experience and/or liability claims experience is an asset. Strong work ethic with attention to detail and a sharp focus on the quantity and quality of work produced. Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision. Flexible with work hours during peak periods.

📌 Claims Counsel, ALIA (Canada)
🏢 Alberta Lawyers Indemnity Association
📍 Canada