Caitlin Merritt
About Caitlin Merritt
Caitlin Merritt serves as Legal Counsel at Intact in Calgary, Alberta, specializing in insurance defense litigation. She has a diverse legal background, having previously worked as an Associate Lawyer at Knight LLP and held various roles in law and customer service.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Caitlin Merritt has served as Legal Counsel at Intact Financial Corporation since 2021. In this role, she focuses on insurance defence litigation, particularly in areas such as casualty, subrogation, and employment matters. Her position is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, where she has contributed to the company's legal strategies and compliance efforts.
Previous Legal Experience
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Caitlin Merritt worked as an Associate Lawyer at Knight LLP from 2016 to 2019. During her tenure, she developed her legal expertise in various fields. Additionally, she served as a Student at Law at The City of Calgary from 2015 to 2016, gaining practical experience in the legal profession.
Educational Background
Caitlin Merritt earned her Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Dalhousie University, where she studied from 2012 to 2015. Prior to that, she completed her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government at St. Francis Xavier University from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation for her legal career.
Early Career and Internships
Caitlin Merritt began her career with various roles that contributed to her professional development. She worked as an RCMP and Enforcement Services Summer Student at Strathcona County from 2009 to 2014. Additionally, she gained customer service experience at Blockbuster Canada in 2008 and completed her legal training as a Student at Law at The City of Calgary from 2015 to 2016.
Community Involvement and Interests
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Caitlin Merritt actively seeks volunteer opportunities in areas such as access to justice, civil rights, and promoting literacy. She enjoys participating in trivia, reading, and traveling, reflecting her diverse interests and commitment to community engagement.