Litigation Consultant – Auto

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +44 more states.

📋 Description

• Manage and address high-profile cases involving serious injuries, intricate coverage issues, and legal inquiries or disputes.

• Formulate strategies to achieve satisfactory outcomes for cases.

• Review, act upon reports/forms, and respond to various inquiries.

• Seek legal opinions for early resolutions and communicate findings to the relevant parties.

• Address decisions, agreements, and/or court orders accordingly.

• Develop action plans, assess the need for examinations, and obtain client authorization.

• Identify cases suitable for settlements/redemptions.

• Collect and document supplementary information while coordinating with designated clients.

• Request legal or private investigations as necessary.

• Delegate tasks to local counsel and oversee their performance.

• Respond to requests from plaintiff's counsel, unions, employees, or clients.

• Identify challenges and devise defense strategies.

• Establish or modify accrued liabilities and authorize administrative expenses.

• Recognize subrogation opportunities and oversee the process.

• Participate in mediations, trials, arbitrations, or hearings as required.

• Collaborate with partners to facilitate early return-to-work initiatives.

• Contribute to the organization's quality programs.

• Undertake additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of claims management experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

• Extensive knowledge of personal and commercial auto policies, coverages, principles, and laws.

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.

• Professional certification relevant to the line of business is preferred.

• Must secure and maintain state adjusting licenses required for the role.

• Technically adept and knowledgeable about legal pleadings and discovery processes.

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present effectively.

• Proficient in PC use, including Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong analytical and interpretive abilities.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Outstanding negotiation abilities.

• Capability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

• Ability to meet or surpass performance competencies.

• Proficient in computer keyboarding.

• Capable of hearing, seeing, and speaking effectively.

• Strong conceptual and clear thinking skills.

• Excellent judgment and discretion.

• Ability to meet deadlines consistently.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401(k) with matching contributions

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Disability insurance

• Life insurance

• Employee assistance programs

• Flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts

• Additional voluntary benefits

• Emphasis on work-life balance

• Supportive and caring workplace culture

• Commitment to equal opportunity and maintaining a drug-free workplace