Trent Kulchar
About Trent Kulchar
Trent Kulchar serves as Surety Claims Counsel at Intact Financial Corporation, where he represents the company's interests in insolvency proceedings and manages litigated surety claims in western Canada. He has a diverse legal background with experience in various areas, including employment and contract disputes.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Trent Kulchar has served as Surety Claims Counsel at Intact Financial Corporation since 2019. In this role, he represents the company's interests in insolvency proceedings and leads litigated surety claims files specifically in western Canada. His responsibilities include negotiating various agreements such as inter-creditor, indemnification, bonds, and settlement agreements. Kulchar also maintains a portion of his practice for non-surety work, which encompasses employment, contract disputes, and property insurance.
Previous Experience at Duncan Craig LLP
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Trent Kulchar worked as an Associate at Duncan Craig LLP from 2017 to 2019. His tenure at this firm lasted for two years and took place in the Edmonton, Canada Area. During this period, he gained valuable experience in legal practice, which contributed to his current expertise in surety claims.
Legal Education and Qualifications
Trent Kulchar pursued his legal education at the University of Calgary, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 2008 to 2011. He also completed a Business Leadership Program for In-House Counsel at the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management in 2021. Additionally, he studied at Lethbridge College, obtaining a Diploma in Criminal Justice from 1999 to 2001, and earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government from Athabasca University from 2004 to 2009.
Experience at Jensen Shawa Solomon Duguid Hawkes LLP
Trent Kulchar worked as an Associate at Jensen Shawa Solomon Duguid Hawkes LLP from 2010 to 2015. His five-year tenure at this Calgary-based firm provided him with significant experience in various legal matters, further enhancing his skills in the legal field.
Specialization in Surety Claims and Strategic Planning
In his current role, Trent Kulchar prosecutes subrogated and indemnity claims and develops strategic plans for bonded companies facing financial difficulties. His expertise in surety claims and strategic planning is essential for navigating complex legal challenges in this area.