Description:

We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Coverage Counsel Attorney to join our Specialty Claims Legal team in our Plymouth, MN; Farmington, CT; New York City, NY office or remotely nationwide.
  • Reviews moderately complex claims to determine contractual obligations. May direct additional investigation on claims as appropriate. Provides legal advice and counsel to other claim teams.
  • Identifies and documents controlling legal issues.
  • Conducts research to identify and analyze similar issues and recommend courses of action. Draws on inductive/deductive reasoning from case law to determine the company's contractual obligations.
  • Communicates findings via correspondence and formal legal opinions, capable of being admissible in court.
  • Assists with the direction and implementation of claims litigation strategy.
  • Maintains a strong professional knowledge of competitive, regulatory and legal environments and applies this information effectively.
  • May be recognized as a subject matter expert. Leads and/or participates in various projects in support of Claims. Participates in industry events as a subject matter expert and representative of the company.
  • May manage or mentor others in the department.
  • Anticipates and meets all customer needs (internal and external).

Requirements:
  • Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge and skills including claims and coverage.
  • Demonstrates the ability to diagnose, analyze and solve highly complex problems.
  • Requires a familiarity with the law in all 50 states and a sense for judiciary objectives in resolving contractual responsibilities.
  • Must have strong analytical, decision making, problem-solving, communication, listening, project management, and organizational skills. Must be able to work both independently and as a highly collaborative member of a team.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite and other electronic systems.

Education and Experience:
  • JD Required.
  • 7-10 years of progressively complex, specialty lines insurance litigation experience.