Claims Counsel

Overview

An innovative insurtech organization is seeking an experienced Claims Counsel to join their team. This role involves providing legal expertise and support within the claims department, focusing on auto insurance claims and related litigation matters. The position reports to a Managing Attorney who reports to the Chief Claims Officer.

The employer supports a flexible work location across the United States, with headquarters based in Columbus.

Responsibilities

• Apply legal expertise in private passenger automobile claims, contract interpretation, multi-state tort law, civil procedure, and litigation.
• Research, draft, and communicate insurance coverage opinions.
• Collaborate with claims management, corporate legal, and regulatory professionals on claims-related issues.
• Support claims management by researching and analyzing multi-state tort and insurance coverage laws to develop operational policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Deliver in-person training sessions to adjuster teams and management on various legal topics.
• Draft form letters and releases.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree with an active license to practice law.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience as first-chair in jury trial insurance defense litigation.
• Technical understanding of property and casualty insurance principles.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and critical thinking abilities.
• Comfort with risk analysis, flexibility, and concise decision-making.
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships in a dynamic, results-oriented environment.

Additional Information

• Candidates must be on camera for virtual interviews as part of the hiring process.
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $130,000 - $152,000 annually.
• Eligible for Short-Term Incentives (STI) and Long-Term Incentives (LTI).

Location

• Flexible work location across the United States.
• Headquarters located in Columbus.