Claims Attorney (Municipal Entity)

Overview

This role is responsible for handling litigated and non-litigated claims primarily under Auto and General Liability, with potential exposure to Law Enforcement, Public Officials, and Employment Practices liability policies in various jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Interpret coverage and collaborate with outside counsel to analyze and resolve claims within designated limits of authority.
• Investigate claims, analyze liability and damages exposure, and draft and issue coverage position letters.
• Develop strategies for resolution of litigated and non-litigated claims.
• Determine probable loss exposure and establish reserves.
• Maintain claim files and documents in accordance with company policy and procedure.
• Work claims with limited supervision from the desk and report to a senior member of the Casualty and Litigation management team.

Performance Objectives

• First 30 days: Review Auto and General Liability, Law Enforcement, Public Officials, and Employment Practices liability policies, and review governmental immunities for each state in which business is written. Learn how the claims department operates through training and interactions with claims staff, underwriters, and brokers. Begin handling claims of limited complexity and exposure.
• First 60 to 90 days: Build confidence contacting insureds, performing independent investigations, and communicating the company’s coverage position. Manage litigated and non-litigated claims and develop action plans for reserving and resolution opportunities.
• Within approximately 180 days (or as directed by management): Obtain all necessary adjusting licenses.
• Within 6 months: Work independently drafting coverage letters, completing authority requests when needed, and settling claims as appropriate within authority with limited management oversight.

Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Experience: Minimum five (5) years of relevant legal experience; two-plus (2+) years of relevant claims handling preferred.
• License: Active Adjuster’s License (or commitment to obtain within six months).
• Technical Skills: Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, with eligibility beginning on your first day of employment
• Basic life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with 6% company match
• 20 days of PTO and two floating holidays (prorated)
• Approximately 11 paid holidays and volunteer time off
• Paid parental leave
• Access to wellness programming, including mental health services, fitness network membership, and a complimentary Headspace subscription
• Student loan matching program
• Employee discount program
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement

Location

Remote / Hybrid (dependent upon proximity to office location).

Employment Details

• Full-Time
• Requisition Begin Date: 10/15/2026
• Requisition End Date: 12/15/2026 (Posting may close earlier if filled or business needs change.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances.