Claims Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Montana.

📋 Description

• Timely intake, investigation, evaluation, monitoring, and resolution of professional liability claims against insured attorneys.

• Review, investigate, and assess coverage, facts, and relevant law for claims involving lawyer's professional liability.

• Evaluate risks to both insured parties and the company in accordance with policy duties and obligations.

• Set reserves within designated authority or seek management approval based on objective risk assessment.

• Resolve claims in a reasonable manner and within appropriate time frames.

• Coordinate and oversee the defense of insured individuals.

• Manage and supervise coverage evaluations conducted by outside counsel when necessary.

• Engage in mediation, arbitration, trials, hearings, and related legal proceedings.

• Maintain accurate, objective, timely, and updated claim files and documentation.

• Report to reinsurers as stipulated by reinsurance treaties.

• Act as a resource for insureds and company members regarding claims handling, policy interpretation, and legal practices.

• Contribute to the company's risk management services.

• Participate in meetings, Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events, and other company-related activities.

• Deliver exceptional customer service while balancing the needs of insureds and the company during claim resolution.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

• At least three (3) years of experience in legal practice or as a claims attorney in the lawyer's professional liability sector, or other experience deemed satisfactory by the company.

• Self-motivated, confident, energetic, and possessing strong interpersonal, analytical, and negotiation skills.

• Demonstrated initiative and accountability, with the ability to work independently and make informed decisions on complex issues with limited information.

• Excellent oral communication, organizational, and time management abilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other business technologies, with the capability to learn and effectively utilize emerging tech tools.

• Solid understanding of liability, causation, and damages.

• Professional demeanor and adaptability in a dynamic corporate environment.

• Flexibility in hours for travel outside the office and availability during business hours across geographically diverse jurisdictions.

• Willingness to travel occasionally.

• Capability to provide coverage during regular business hours across multiple jurisdictions.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employer-sponsored health insurance.

• Vision and dental options.

• 401(k) plan with a 6% match.

• Generous paid time off (PTO).

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Student loan assistance program.

• Lifestyle spending account.

• Remote work may be considered for candidates with prior insurance claims experience who reside in a state where ALPS is authorized to employ.