Scott Barnett
About Scott Barnett
Scott Barnett serves as the Senior Legal Coverage Counsel at Intact, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in the insurance sector, having previously held positions at Aviva Canada Inc. and Wickwire Holm.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Scott Barnett serves as Senior Legal Coverage Counsel at Intact Financial Corporation, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, he focuses on providing legal guidance related to insurance coverage issues. His role includes training claims and underwriting teams on relevant legal matters, ensuring they are well-informed about current practices and regulations. Additionally, he monitors legal decisions that impact the company's operations and follows up on insurance coverage litigation matters.
Previous Experience at Aviva Canada Inc.
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Scott Barnett worked at Aviva Canada Inc. as Legal Counsel from 2003 to 2013. During his ten years at Aviva, he provided legal support and advice on various insurance-related matters. His experience at Aviva equipped him with extensive knowledge of the insurance industry and legal frameworks, which he continues to apply in his current role.
Experience as Partner at Wickwire Holm
Scott Barnett was a Partner at Wickwire Holm from 2014 to 2016. In this role, he contributed to the firm's legal practice, focusing on issues relevant to insurance coverage. His time at Wickwire Holm allowed him to further develop his expertise in legal strategies and responsive measures for insurance-related challenges.
Education and Expertise
Scott Barnett holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in History and Political Science from Mount Allison University, which he completed from 1990 to 1994. He later earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law, studying from 1994 to 1997. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his legal career, particularly in the field of insurance law.