Claims Attorney

Job Summary

Looking for a highly motivated and skilled Claims Attorney to join a dynamic team. This role involves acting as a Property and Casualty adjuster and litigation manager, providing an excellent opportunity to enjoy an alternative legal career in insurance. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a strong legal background and a passion for problem-solving, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation Package

• Salary Range: $90,000 - $140,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyze, and determine the extent of liability and exposure for personal, casualty, property loss, and general damages.
• Analyze property and casualty insurance policies to assess liability, coverage, and other relevant issues.
• Stay updated on legal decisions, statutes, and regulations impacting claims and coverage matters.
• Conduct interviews with insureds, agents, medical specialists, witnesses, and claimants to gather information.
• Review police and investigative reports to determine liability and other pertinent issues.
• Analyze medical records, reports, and bills to assess causality, damages, and accuracy.
• Retain and manage subject matter experts to assist in coverage, liability, and damages evaluations.
• Negotiate claim settlements and recommend actions when settlements cannot be reached.
• Retain and manage outside counsel and oversee litigation claims.
• Maintain accurate claims diaries and appropriate claims reserves.
• Provide timely and accurate communication to insureds, the company, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications/Requirements

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Experience

• 1+ years of litigation experience preferred, including witness depositions, expert depositions, written discovery, and arbitration/mediation.
• Experience in Excess & Surplus (E&S) and Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance is preferred.

Certifications and Licensure

• Property and Casualty Adjuster License (must be obtained within six months of hire).
• Member in good standing of the bar in at least one state.

Preferred Certifications

• ARM, CPCU, AIC, CIC, CRM, or other advanced insurance certifications.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong legal research and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Superior time management and organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor with a team-oriented and hard-working attitude.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of insurance, property, and casualty claims and coverage issues.

Disclaimer: Please note that this job description may not cover all duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role, and it is subject to modification at the employer's discretion.

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