Senior Supervisory Attorney - Insurance Coverage

Overview

An insurance company is seeking an experienced Coverage Counsel to provide legal support for its Claims departments. This role involves delivering insurance coverage opinions, participating in claims roundtables, collaborating on best practices, retaining outside counsel for coverage litigation, and monitoring declaratory judgment actions. The position reports to the Senior Manager, Legal.

Internal candidates from any location are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on the role's needs.

Previous coverage experience is required, preferably in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, or Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft coverage opinions across all lines of business, including personal lines, commercial policies, and non-standard auto products.
• Review knowledge articles and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations.
• Respond to claims-related questions from staff and management.
• Assist with Department of Insurance complaint responses.
• Develop uniform strategies within states on recurring subjects.
• Monitor outside counsel on Examination Under Oath (EUO) matters.
• Draft Reservation of Rights and coverage disclaimer letters.
• Participate as a legal expert in Claims roundtables.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven legal solutions and support.
• Experience preparing civil pleadings, motions, discovery, and deposing witnesses.
• Litigation experience.
• Solid knowledge of Professional Responsibility rules applicable to the practicing jurisdiction.
• Strong understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law.
• Juris Doctor degree.
• Admission to the state bar in the state of residence, or:
  • Admission to the bar within one year of hire if a bar exam is required, or
  • Bar admission as soon as practicable but no later than 60 days after hire for individuals with diploma privilege or eligible for in-house counsel registration.

Additional Details

• Travel up to 25%.
• Primarily sedentary work involving sitting or standing.
• New employees participate in an orientation program, typically held in person at the Madison, WI headquarters or core locations, with virtual options depending on scheduling.
• Employment offers are contingent on background checks and signing a non-disclosure agreement.
• Sponsorship is not available unless specified.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $113,000 to $194,000, varying by job level and geographic location.
• Relocation support available for eligible candidates.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing benefits.
• Competitive 401(k) contribution and pension plan.
• Annual incentive program.
• Nine paid holidays and 23 days of paid time off accrued annually for full-time employees.
• Student loan repayment program and paid family leave.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation

The employer is an equal opportunity organization complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination and equal opportunity. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered in accordance with applicable laws.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees to participate in the application process, perform essential job functions, and receive benefits. Requests for accommodations can be made through the organization's human resources department.

Location

Madison, Wisconsin (with flexibility for internal candidates and some travel requirements).