Description:

The UE Resolutions (Claims) Team is looking for an experienced attorney to help us resolve some of our members' most challenging claims. If this sounds appealing to you, please apply today! The core role is to evaluate claims and participate with members and defense counsel to develop claims resolution strategies.

Depending on experience, we are looking to fill this role as an Associate Resolutions Counsel or a Resolutions Counsel.

Responsibilities:

Monitor and manage claims files assigned, and alert and consult with supervisory counsel on those which may present company exposure.
Participate with the insured and defense counsel in developing a case resolution strategy.
Positively impact the resolution of files through early interaction, reference to ADR, mediation and effective litigation management.
Demonstrate mastery of claims handling expectations for complex matters including analyzing coverage, evaluating liability, providing strategic input, monitoring claims, determining claim values, reserving, reinsurance reporting, resolving matters, and reviewing legal bills.
Analyze reported claims for accurate loss coding information.
Review initial liability and damage assessment with insured, including a discussion of coverage.
Draft acknowledgment/reservation of rights/declination letters and defense counsel appointment letters.
Evaluate budgets submitted by defense counsel for reasonableness; regularly review files for compliance with the agreed upon budget and strategy.
Establish relationships with insureds and defense counsel that are beneficial and aid the successful carrying out of the position's responsibilities.
Perform legal research as needed.

Requirements:

Typically requires two years of law firm experience (or equivalent experience demonstrating the required skills and responsibilities) for Associate Resolutions Counsel consideration
Typically requires four years of law firm experience (or equivalent experience demonstrating the required skills and responsibilities) for Resolutions Counsel consideration
Law degree and relevant experience defending or handling litigation involving employment, catastrophic bodily injury, personal injury, or educational issues
Excellent written and oral communications
Strong legal analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Good negotiation and advocacy skills
Knowledge of substantive law of higher education or insurance preferred but not required
Demonstrated understanding of how artificial intelligence can enhance claims evaluation, improve outcomes, and drive efficiency across the claims resolution lifecycle.
Ability to drive strategic decision-making using data
Ability to thrive in an atmosphere of constant change
Ability to travel as required

Benefits:

Health Insurance — We offer subsidized plan options with an optional pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA), including an annual employer contribution and investment options. The plans offer a prescription benefit and telehealth
Dental Insurance — Two plan levels are available, depending on needs
Vision Insurance —We offer in- and out-of-network options; Lasik discounts are available.
401(k) — UE makes a 3% safe harbor non-elective contribution beginning the first of the month after date of hire; these funds are vested immediately. After one year of service, employees receive a 7% profit sharing non-elective contribution, as well as become eligible for a matched contribution of 25% of the first 5% employee deferral. Employees can make pre-tax contributions or taxed (Roth) salary reductions. Catch-up contributions for employees 50 years old and over. Employer contributions are fully vested immediately
Life Insurance — UE pays for Basic Life Insurance, and employees have the option to apply for additional Voluntary coverage
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance — We offer coverage in the event employees are unable to work for a period of time
For the first two years of employment, employees accrue PTO at 24 days per year. At the beginning of the third year of service, employees accrue 30 days per year of PTO
11 paid holidays annually including Juneteenth and an employee choice floating holiday
Bonus eligibility is based on salary earned and performance for the year
Hybrid environment - employees are typically in the office 2-3 days per week after the initial training period
Inclusive and supportive culture that embraces diversity and provides opportunities for all to succeed
Monthly lunches and various social events throughout the year
Opportunities to join the Social Committee, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Alliance (IDEA)