Claims Attorney (Municipal Entity)

Overview

This role involves handling litigated and non-litigated claims for municipal entities. Claims arise primarily under Auto and General Liability policies, 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 and analyze liability and damages exposure
• 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 with limited supervision from the desk and report to a senior member of Casualty and Litigation management

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 in communicating with insureds, conducting independent investigations, and communicating the company’s coverage position. Manage litigated and non-litigated claims and develop action plans for reserving and resolution opportunities, while handling a growing inventory of claims with increasing independence.
• By approximately 180 days: Obtain all necessary adjusting licenses (or within the timeframe directed by management).
• Within 6 months: Work independently by 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
• Licensure: Active Adjuster’s License (or commitment to obtain within six months)
• Technical skills: Intermediate proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage 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
• Wellness program including mental health services, fitness network membership, and a complimentary Headspace subscription
• Student loan matching program
• Employee discount program

Location

Remote / Hybrid, depending on proximity to an office location.

Employment Details

• Employment type: Full-Time
• Requisition begin date: 10/15/2026
• Requisition end date: 12/15/2026 (posting may close earlier if filled or business needs change)

Disclaimer

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 there is concern 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. Qualified applicants will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including restrictions under the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC 1033(e)) and applicable fair chance laws where hiring is not restricted.

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.