Insurance Coverage Attorney (Counsel)

Overview

This role involves providing comprehensive, responsive, and timely legal advice and training to Claims, Underwriting, and Market Management teams on all insurance lines with limited supervision. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure proactive and compliant performance of company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and training related to insurance lines.
• Advise on claims handling procedures to prevent insurance bad faith claims.
• Prepare reservations, denials, or other correspondence related to coverage issues for Claims.
• Communicate effectively with clients, business partners, and attorneys regarding significant developments and potential litigation.
• Consult on legal issues and implications of business decisions and initiatives.
• Review insurance policies and provide coverage analysis.
• Advise Underwriting on potential rescission or reformation actions and prepare related correspondence.
• Monitor and assist outside counsel in coverage-related litigation.
• Assist Claims and Underwriting in responding to subpoenas and other legal requests.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5-8 years of experience as a coverage attorney.
• Preferred experience in professional liability issues, including lawyers and medical professional liability, and defense of such matters.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Westlaw.
• Strong time management, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong legal research and analysis skills.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze legal issues from a business perspective.
• Ability to manage multiple legal issues simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize assignments effectively in high-urgency settings.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual gross base salary range: $100,000 to $145,000, depending on qualifications, skills, and competencies.
• Benefits package includes medical, vision, and dental insurance options.
• Life and accident insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

Location

The organization has a significant presence across all 50 states, with roots in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The role may involve working with teams across the country.