Christopher C.
About Christopher C.
Christopher C. serves as the Assistant General Counsel (Procurement, IP & Real Estate) and Director of Legal Operations at Intact, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in legal roles at Bell and Intact, with a strong educational background in law and business administration.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Christopher C. currently serves as the Assistant General Counsel (Procurement, IP & Real Estate) and Director of Legal Operations at Intact Financial Corporation. He has held this position since 2024, contributing to the legal framework of the organization in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. His responsibilities include developing and executing legal operations strategies across all corporate legal teams. Christopher has previously worked at Intact in various roles, including Director of Legal Affairs and Manager of Legal Affairs, focusing on procurement, intellectual property, and real estate.
Education and Expertise
Christopher C. holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. - J.D. Equivalent) from York University - Osgoode Hall Law School, which he completed from 1996 to 1999. He furthered his education with a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the same institution, studying from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Wilfrid Laurier University, studying from 1994 to 1996. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in legal operations, procurement, and intellectual property.
Background in Legal Counsel
Christopher C. has extensive experience in legal counsel roles, primarily at Bell Canada. He served in various capacities, including Senior Legal Counsel and Assistant General Counsel, from 2001 to 2018. His roles involved oversight of procurement, patents, and real estate legal matters. He has also contributed to the development of legal strategies and processes, including a worldwide patent and trademark portfolio strategy at Intact. His background reflects a deep commitment to legal excellence and operational efficiency.
Achievements in Legal Operations
Throughout his career, Christopher C. has implemented significant improvements in legal operations. He completed a total process redesign for procurement and intellectual property legal functions, introducing new processes, standards, and management tools. He has also elevated team expertise in IT and technology licensing through effective coaching. His efforts in recruitment have resulted in maintaining a high-quality and diverse legal team, demonstrating his commitment to fostering a strong legal environment.