Litigation Specialist

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We are seeking an experienced Litigation Specialist!

The Litigation Specialist will be responsible for handling litigated and/or complex injury claims stemming from Personal Auto and Commercial Auto Liability policies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Handle litigation claims in accordance with established office procedures.
  • Determine coverage and draft any applicable reservations of rights letters.
  • Conduct prompt investigations by securing statements from the involved parties/witnesses and obtaining all necessary documents, including but not limited to, police reports, medical specials, photographs, and/or appraisals.
  • Litigation Management including strategizing with defense counsel and experts on defense cases, as well as declaratory judgment actions.
  • Maintain an appropriate diary on all open files.
  • Conduct business with vendors in a manner which maintains a reasonable expense factor and upholds the company's reputation for quality service.
  • Ability to research and interpret case law, statute, and coverage forms in order to properly adjust and conclude claims.
  • Evaluates and determine potential use of experts and/or field investigators.
  • Maintain claim files and document all claim activity in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies.
  • Prepare and present claim evaluations to secure appropriate settlement authority.
  • Establish and maintain proper indemnity and expense reserves.
  • Conduct onsite review of defense counsel as required by management.
  • Adhere to the rules and regulations of the Department of Insurance specific to the loss state.
  • Additional duties as deemed necessary by direct supervisor / management.


QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:
  • College Degree and / or 5 years of applicable claims adjusting experience.
  • Knowledge of legal and medical terminology.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed claim adjuster.


First Chicago Insurance Company provides a competitive benefits package to all full- time employees. Following are some of the perks First Chicago employees receive:
  • Competitive Salaries
  • Commitment to your Training & Development
  • Medical and Dental
  • Telemedicine Benefit
  • 401k with a generous company match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement Training Programs
  • Wellness Program
  • Fun company sponsored events
  • And so much more!

Visit our company website at firstchicagoinsurance.com
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