Overview
This position provides legal representation by retaining and supervising outside counsel handling complex litigation involving the corporation and/or its insureds, in alignment with established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility. Responsibilities include performing basic initial coverage review and drafting Reservation of Rights letters on certain files. Legal guidance to business partners may be provided on an as-needed basis.
Compensation range: $113,000.00 - $194,000.00 (salary). Compensation may vary based on job level and geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.
Internal candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of location and will be considered based on the needs of the role.
Responsibilities
- Manage assigned caseload to obtain successful outcomes, including:
- Proactively managing outside counsel.
- Holding outside counsel accountable for meeting applicable requirements.
- Implementing appropriate strategy to drive each file toward resolution.
- Conducting analysis and developing defense strategy across the life cycle of files, including:
- Initial file analysis and strategy
- Following through on strategy and adjusting as litigation dictates
- Adhering to litigation best practices (e.g., developing strategy, appropriate motion practice, proper trial preparations).
- Providing timely escalation and reporting on files as required.
- Collaborating in regular meetings/communications with management and attorney team members to review file handling/strategy, reserving practices, risk management, process adherence, and performance.
- Presenting file updates to senior leadership.
- Actively managing 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, including:
- Drafting Reservation of Rights letters
- Incorporating coverage analysis/status into case evaluations
- Engaging Coverage partners as appropriate
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support, or service.
- Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions, and discovery, and deposing witnesses.
- Demonstrated litigation experience.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which they practice.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law.
- Admission to the state bar in the state where they are located or 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 (JD).
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with external counsel management.
- Experience with first- and third-party bad faith litigation in western U.S. states.
Additional Specialized Requirements
- Must take and pass an adjuster license exam within 6 months of hire.
Travel Requirements
Physical Requirements
- Work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $113,000.00 - $194,000.00
- 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.
Additional Information
- All employees participate in New Employee Orientation during their first week, held in person at a Madison, WI Headquarters location or one of the organization’s core locations to connect with the mission and team members; sessions may be delivered virtually at times based on scheduling and availability.
- Offer is contingent on the results of applicable background checks.
- Offer is contingent on signing a non-disclosure agreement for proprietary information, trade secrets, and inventions.
- Sponsorship will not be considered unless specified in the posting.
Equal Opportunity
The employer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination and equal opportunity. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered consistent with applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants needing support during the application/interview process or to perform essential job functions.