Senior Supervisory Attorney – Complex Claim Unit

Overview

This role provides legal representation by retaining and supervising outside counsel handling complex litigation involving the organization and/or its insureds. Work is performed within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility.

The position includes initial coverage review responsibilities and drafting Reservation of Rights letters on certain files. Additional legal advice to business partners may be provided on an as-needed basis.

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of location and will be considered based on the needs of the role.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload to achieve successful outcomes through proactive outside counsel management
• Hold outside counsel accountable for meeting required standards and obligations
• Develop and implement file strategy throughout the life cycle, including:
  • Initial file analysis and strategy
  • Ongoing follow-through and strategy adjustments as litigation dictates
• Ensure compliance with litigation best practices, including appropriate motion practice and proper trial preparations
• Escalate and report on files in a timely manner as required
• Participate collaboratively in regular meetings/communications with management and attorney team members to review:
  • File handling and strategy
  • Reserving practices
  • Risk management
  • Process adherence and performance
• Present files effectively to senior leadership
• Actively manage the file cycle, including timely file closing
• Implement appropriate reserving practices, including:
  • Early recognition of reserve deficiencies
  • Timely reserve adjustments
  • Obtaining authority when appropriate
• Identify coverage issues early, draft Reservation of Rights letters, and incorporate coverage analysis/status into case evaluations; engage Coverage partners as appropriate

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support, or service
• Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions, discovery, and deposing witnesses
• Demonstrated litigation experience
• Solid knowledge and understanding of the rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which they practice
• Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law
• Admitted to the state bar in the state where they are located or meet one of the following:
  • Admission to the bar within one year of hire for individuals who must pass a bar exam or portions of a bar exam to be admitted
  • Bar admission as soon as practicable but no later than 60 days of hire for individuals with diploma privilege or who are eligible for in-house counsel registration
• Juris Doctor

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience managing external counsel
• Experience with first- and third-party bad faith litigation in western U.S. states

Additional Specialized Knowledge & Skills

• Must take and pass an adjuster license exam within 6 months of hire

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary compensation range: $113,000.00 - $194,000.00
• Compensation may vary based on job level and geographic work location
• Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates
• Benefits include:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing benefits
  • Competitive 401(k) contribution
  • Pension plan
  • Annual incentive
  • 9 paid holidays
  • Paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees)
  • Student loan repayment program
  • Paid-family leave

Location

• Remote work is available.
• Travel requirements: up to 50%

Physical Requirements

• Work primarily involves sitting/standing

Additional Information

• New Employee Orientation participation is required during the first week; sessions are held in person at Madison, WI Headquarters or one of the organization’s core locations, and may be delivered virtually at times based on scheduling and availability.
• Offer to selected candidate is contingent on the results of applicable background checks.
• Offer to selected candidate is contingent on signing a non-disclosure agreement for proprietary information, trade secrets, and inventions.
• Sponsorship will not be considered for this position unless specified in the posting.
• Equal opportunity employer; compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination, non-harassment, and equal opportunity. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered consistent with applicable law.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees as required to participate in the application/interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other employment benefits and privileges.