Staff Attorney - Coverage

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Staff Attorney - Coverage
The candidate will serve as an advisor to the Claims Department, providing guidance, mentoring and counseling on policy and coverage interpretation. Major Accountabilities: Provide the primary legal expertise on coverage related matters and coverage opinions to the Claims organization. Responsible for completion of necessary legal research; thereafter providing legal direction on any matters relevant to coverage associated with good faith claims handling. Attend trials, mediations, arbitrations, court conferences, depositions, and other meetings with outside counsel as directed. Handle all assigned files in a timely and efficient manner with a clear plan of action in place for each. Responsible for utilizing outside counsel in assuring the appropriate handling of complex declaratory judgements actions brought by or against Canal, as well as determining post-verdict decision and handling of appeals. Provide training on legal related matters to the organization, as directed. Perform other duties as assigned by Management. Must have Juris Doctorate with advanced knowledge of insurance law required. Must be admitted to practice law in at least one state. Must have 2 years’ experience in either a law firm or in-house position dealing with coverage matters, ideally in commercial auto and construction defect segments of the insurance industry. Must possess advanced knowledge of legal principles, terminology, and practices as they relate to insurance operations. Should have advanced computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, and e-mail) required

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