Claims Attorney (Municipal Entity)

Overview

A Claims Attorney position is available for municipal entities within the organization’s Claims Department. This role handles litigated and non-litigated claims primarily arising under Auto and General Liability, with potential involvement in Law Enforcement, Public Officials, and Employment Practices liability policies in various jurisdictions.

The position is Remote / Hybrid (dependent upon proximity to an office location). Employment type is Full-Time.

• Requisition Begin Date: 10/15/2026
• Requisition End Date: 12/15/2026 (posting may close earlier if filled or business needs change)

Responsibilities

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

Performance Objectives

• First 30 days:

  • Review Auto and General Liability, Law Enforcement, Public Officials, and Employment Practices liability policies.
  • Review governmental immunities for each state in which business is written.
  • Learn how the claims department operates through direct training and interaction with claims staff, underwriters, and brokers.
  • Use claims systems and begin handling claims of limited complexity and exposure.

• First 60 to 90 days:

  • Build confidence in communications with insureds.
  • Perform independent investigations.
  • Communicate the company’s coverage position.
  • Manage litigated and non-litigated claims while developing action plans for Reserving and Resolution opportunities.
  • Handle all aspects of a growing inventory of claims while working more independently.

• Within ~180 days:

  • Obtain all necessary adjusting licenses (or within timeframe directed by management).

• Within 6 months:

  • Work independently drafting coverage letters.
  • Complete authority requests when needed.
  • Settle 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
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage (eligibility begins on 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
• Wellness program access, including mental health services, fitness network membership, and a complimentary Headspace subscription
• Student loan matching program
• Employee discount program

Location

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

Background Check & Criminal History Notice

You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made. After a conditional offer and background check, if the organization is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances or challenge the accuracy of the report. The organization will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC 1033(e)), as well as applicable fair chance laws/ordinances where hiring and employment are not restricted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.