Claims Attorney

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

📋 Description

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

• Analyze, investigate, and evaluate the coverage, facts, and relevant law pertaining to lawyer's professional liability claims.

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

• Establish reserves within the authorized limits or seek management approval based on an objective risk analysis.

• Resolve claims in a reasonable manner and within suitable timeframes.

• Coordinate and oversee the defense of insured individuals.

• Manage and monitor coverage assessments conducted by external counsel when needed.

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

• Maintain precise, objective, timely, and up-to-date claim files and documentation.

• Report to reinsurers as stipulated by reinsurance agreements.

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

• Contribute to the company's risk management initiatives.

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

• Deliver outstanding customer service while balancing the needs of insured parties and the company during the claims resolution process.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law institution.

• At least three (3) years of experience practicing law or working as a claims attorney in the lawyer's professional liability sector, or equivalent experience deemed acceptable by the company.

• Self-driven, confident, energetic, with strong interpersonal, analytical, and negotiation capabilities.

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

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

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

• Strong comprehension of liability, causation, and damages.

• Professional demeanor and adaptability in a dynamic corporate environment.

• Flexibility in working hours for travel outside the office and availability during business hours in various jurisdictions.

• Willingness to travel occasionally.

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

🏝️ Benefits

• Employer-sponsored health insurance.

• Options for vision and dental coverage.

• 401(k) plan with a 6% match.

• Generous paid time off (PTO).

• Tuition reimbursement available.

• Student loan assistance program.

• Lifestyle spending account.

• Remote work may be an option for candidates with prior insurance claims experience residing in states where ALPS is authorized to employ.