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Insurance Coverage Attorney / Insurance Defense Attorney in Scottsdale, AZ

IAT Insurance Group Oct 13,2021 Sep 12,2021 Location USA Scottsdale AZ
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In-House

Attorney

Insurance

Insurance Coverage

Min 5 yrs required

Profile

Claims Counsel The candidate's role provides in-house legal services to the Legal Department and the Claim Department as needed. This includes Conducting legal research to assist claim professionals on individual claim files, evaluating complex or novel policy coverage issues, completing written memorandums on coverage and legal issues, providing guidance and training to claim staff, and assisting in the management of the nationwide litigation program. Furthermore, this role oversees outside counsel retained to represent the company and directs and manages assigned caseload consisting of extra-contractual lawsuits and declaratory judgment actions from inception to resolution and/or trial. Works with and reports to the VP, Claims Counsel to develop companywide coverage positions and litigation and resolution strategy for extra-contractual suits filed against the company. Directs and manages assigned caseload of litigated files involving extra-contractual lawsuits and declaratory judgment actions. Analyzes and provides formal opinions on coverage and legal issues for multiple product lines, including Property, Casualty, and Specialty Claims. Assigns outside counsel to represent the company in claims-related litigation in compliance with company guidelines. Oversees and directs outside counsel retained to represent the company. Prepares written coverage determinations, including reservation of rights letters and denial of coverage letters for claims involving complex or novel coverage issues. Acts as an internal in-house legal resource for the claims department. Manages and controls reserves and expenses associated with assigned caseload in compliance with company guidelines. Negotiates and authorizes appropriate settlements within designated authority in extra-contractual lawsuits filed against the company. Prepares case summary reports for review with management. Attends mediations, settlement conferences, court hearings, and trials. Conducts legal research regarding emerging and novel insurance-related statutes, laws, and appellate decisions impacting companywide claims and underwriting business units. Handles and responds to Claims Legal Referrals submitted by the companywide claims organization. Oversees, tracks, and offers guidance to Claims regarding extra-contractual litigation against the company through the use of the DJ/ECO Log.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and 5 years of related experience as in-house counsel or in private legal practice. Must have a State Bar License that is in good standing. Must have experience working with the insurance industry. Must have insurance coverage experience. Coverage experience related to 1st party, 3rd party Auto/ Bodily Injury, and homeowners property preferred. Should have excellent written and oral communication skills. The ability to work independently, in a collaborative manner, and as part of a team is required. Must have the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Additional info

Requisition Number: CLAIM001636.

Company info