Blair Pritchett
About Blair Pritchett
Blair Pritchett is the Manager of Legal Claims at Intact, where he has worked since 2019. He holds advanced degrees in biochemistry and law, and has extensive experience in legal claims management and team leadership.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Blair Pritchett has been serving as the Manager of Legal Claims at Intact Financial Corporation since 2019. In this role, he manages a high-performing team of in-house counsel based in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. His responsibilities include overseeing legal claims management and ensuring effective legal strategies are implemented within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Blair Pritchett holds a strong educational background in biochemistry and law. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) and a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biochemistry from Memorial University of Newfoundland. He further pursued legal studies at the University of New Brunswick, where he obtained his LL.B. degree. This combination of scientific and legal education provides him with a unique perspective in his legal career.
Background in Legal Practice
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Blair Pritchett worked at McInnes Cooper for 15 years, where he held the position of Partner and was also a Member of the Board of Directors. His legal career began as an Articled Clerk at Cox Hanson O'Reilly Matheson, followed by a role as an Associate Lawyer. This extensive experience in various legal capacities has contributed to his expertise in legal claims management.
Teaching Experience
Blair Pritchett served as an Instructor at the Gardiner Centre, Faculty of Business Administration, Memorial University from 2017 to 2021. In this role, he contributed to the education of students in business administration, leveraging his legal and scientific background to provide valuable insights into the intersection of law and business.
Leadership in Legal Claims Management
With over four years of experience in legal claims management, Blair Pritchett has demonstrated his ability to lead and manage teams effectively. His role at Intact Financial Corporation involves directing a team of in-house counsel, focusing on the strategic management of legal claims and ensuring compliance with legal standards.