Claims Litigation Specialist, Liability & Casualty

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +18 more states.

📋 Description

• Manage a varied portfolio of Homeowner and Commercial Property as well as General Liability claims, covering both litigated and non-litigated cases, habitational risks, premises liability, bodily injury incidents, and other non-auto claims, from investigation to resolution.

• Investigate, assess, and establish the insurer’s and policyholders’ liability regarding third-party damages and injuries.

• Resolve assigned claims promptly, accurately reserve funds, and handle claims equitably while adhering to state and company regulations.

• Review litigated complaints for appropriate management and collaborate with legal counsel to develop strategies.

• Collaborate with various external attorneys and provide guidance on liability and damage issues.

• Communicate and correspond with policyholders, agents, experts, and service providers to evaluate loss information.

• Calculate damages covered under the policy and process payments upon confirming liability.

• Assess and apply the insurance contract towards claim resolution.

• Create and maintain detailed notes in the electronic claims management system and related applications for claim handling.

• Review and assess large and complex injury demands and negotiate suitable resolutions.

• Supervise defense counsel to ensure efficient and accurate management of litigated cases.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience as a casualty/general liability adjuster.

• More than 5 years of litigation experience in a multi-state setting.

• Strong technical background and practical experience in general liability and casualty claims.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and oversee defense counsel, formulate legal strategies, ensure appropriate experts are engaged, and contribute to cost control.

• Understanding of fundamental legal strategies in relation to venue specifics.

• Currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an adjuster in TX, FL, CA, and NY.

• Experience in drafting initial coverage letters is advantageous.

• Relevant experience with habitational risks, premises liability, and bodily injury matters is a plus.

• Experience in directing or monitoring outside defense counsel on litigated issues is beneficial.

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

• Proficiency in a Microsoft Office environment.

• Familiarity with using video and chat technologies (MS Teams & Slack).

• Knowledge of claims operating systems (IMS/LSS/Symbility).

• Reliable high-speed internet connection.

• Designated quiet workspace for working from home.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.

• Short- and Long-Term Disability (Company Paid).

• Voluntary Long-Term Disability options.

• Employee Life & AD&D (Company Paid).

• Voluntary Life & AD&D for Employee, Spouse, and Child.

• Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit FSA, and Healthcare Savings Account (HSA).

• 401K plan with a generous matching contribution and no vesting period.

• 20 days of PTO annually (prorated based on hire date).

• Company Paid Holidays along with 2 “Choose Your Own Holidays”.

• Support for adjuster licensing fees.