Description:

Job Description:
Who We Are:
Chesapeake Employers' Insurance Company is a purpose-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives and livelihoods of our policyholders, injured workers, team members, and the community. As a leading workers' compensation specialty insurer in the mid-Atlantic region, we take pride in being a force for good. Our 350 team members are committed to making a positive impact every day in the lives of all our stakeholders. Join our motivated, professional team as we foster a culture of values, teamwork, innovation, and collaboration. Established in 1914, Chesapeake Employers Insurance, headquartered in Towson, Maryland, has over a century of experience, a strong financial foundation, and an "A" rating from AM Best.

Position Summary:
Defends Chesapeake Employers', its policyholders and clients, in cases set for hearing before the Workers' Compensation Commission and the Courts of this State.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reviews files set for hearing and appeal, and makes recommendations to the Claims Department regarding resolution of the issues, settlement of the case and/or further preparation for defense. Routinely handles complex litigation.
Defends cases in which the company and/or company insured or clients are a party before the Workers' Compensation Commission and the Courts of this State.
Conducts training on workers' compensation law and practice, at the direction of the VP of Legal Services.
Researches and writes appellate briefs, trial memoranda and pleadings.
Argues cases before the Appellate Courts of Maryland
Records hearing and appeal results in appropriate files.
Acts as lead attorney for dedicated accounts.
Handles special litigation and projects.
Serves as liaison to claims units.
Prosecutes and/or assists in the prosecution of recovery of liens, overpayments and premium in the District and Circuit Courts.

Skills, Education and Experience:

Juris Doctor Degree and admitted to Maryland Bar.
7+ years of active, first seat, litigation experience.
Experience in defending workers' compensation claims required.
First seat jury trial and practice before Maryland's Appellate Court.
Knowledge of the legal aspects of insurance operations.
Active Maryland license to practice law.
Knowledge, skill and ability to handle heavy caseload with no supervision.
Excellent academic, writing, advocacy skills, and interpersonal skills.

Positional Competencies

Bias for Action
Knowledge Sharing
Deliver Results
Personal Leadership
Teamwork and Communication
Service and Sales Excellence

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required, which include close vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:
Office environment. The noise level is usually moderate.

What we offer:
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental coverage, a robust PTO plan, an 8% employer contribution to retirement regardless of team member contribution, educational assistance, and opportunities to participate in team member appreciation events. Additionally, we provide STD, LTD and group life insurance 1X a team members salary. You'll also enjoy free tickets to community attractions, all part of our commitment to providing a high quality of work life. You will have the flexibility to thrive in a hybrid work environment and an opportunity to participate in development and volunteer programs.