Claims Attorney

Overview

This role supports the timely intake, investigation, evaluation, monitoring, and resolution of professional liability claims made against insured attorneys. The Claims Attorney will coordinate claim handling from initial assessment through resolution, including coverage evaluation, defense coordination, and participation in dispute proceedings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Review, investigate, evaluate, and determine whether coverage exists for lawyer’s professional liability (LPL) claims brought against an insured.
• Review, investigate, and evaluate the facts and law at issue in each LPL claim to assess:
  • The risk the covered portion of the claim poses to the insured(s), and
  • The risk to the organization pursuant to its duties and obligations under the policy.
• Set reserves within a prescribed authority schedule or by obtaining appropriate authority from management, based on a reasonable objective evaluation of the risk associated with resolving the claim on behalf of the insured.
• Resolve claims in a reasonable manner and within a reasonable time frame based on the facts and law.
• Coordinate and monitor the defense of the insured, as warranted by the facts and law.
• Coordinate and monitor a coverage evaluation by outside counsel, if necessary, applying the facts and law of the claim to the terms of the applicable policy.
• Participate in mediation, arbitration, trial, hearings, and other proceedings as dictated by the unique facts and circumstances of each claim.
• Maintain and document claim files accurately, objectively, and timely; keep information and notes current.
• Report to reinsurers as required by the applicable reinsurance treaties.
• Serve as a resource for both insureds and internal team members.
• Contribute to risk management services provided by the organization from time to time.
• Perform duties and responsibilities as determined by management.
• Attend meetings, CLEs, and other company-related activities as required.

Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Experience: Three (3) years’ experience in the practice of law or as a claims attorney in the lawyer’s professional liability field (or other experience satisfactory to the organization).
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Self-motivated, confident, and energetic with strong interpersonal, analytical, and negotiation skills.
  • Initiative and accountability; ability to work independently.
  • Ability to make reasoned decisions on complex matters with less than complete information.
  • Excellent oral communication skills.
  • Strong organization and time management skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business technologies, including the ability to learn and use emerging technology tools.
  • Strong understanding of liability, causation, and damages.
• Other Qualifications:
  • Professional demeanor and consideration for others.
  • Quick and adaptable in a fast-paced corporate setting.
  • Flexibility with hours to be available for travel outside the office and to be available during business hours across geographically diverse jurisdictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior insurance claims experience (required for consideration of remote work).

Compensation & Benefits

• Position: Full-time, Monday through Friday.
• Salary: Competitive starting salary of $90,000 (negotiable depending on experience).
• Benefits: Employer-sponsored health insurance; vision and dental options; a 401(k) with a 6% match; generous PTO; tuition reimbursement; student loan assistance program; lifestyle spending account.

Location

• Remote work may be considered for candidates with prior insurance claims experience who reside in a state where the organization is authorized to employ.
• Ability to travel occasionally and to provide coverage during regular business hours across multiple jurisdictions is required.