Litigation Specialist

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Litigation Specialist

The candidate will handle suits on third party litigated claim files, including collaborating with and managing outside counsel and complex litigated claims files as assigned. Analyze coverage issues on litigated claim files, and claim files with potential for litigation. Assist with negotiations, mediations, arbitrations and settlement procedures as assigned. Attend and provide litigation advice in claim review meetings. Coordinate referral with AVP of Claims or VP of Claims on other litigated claims requests to outside counsel. Conduct legal research as necessary on pending suit files and as requested by other departments. Conduct audits of litigated claims files. Review company policy forms as needed. Research and write brief opinions on legal issues. Recommend reserve and payment changes as necessary for the file. Provide and report claims information to Senior Management on an as needed basis. Assist Forms Committee; propose changes/revisions/amendments to company policy forms, make appropriate policy language recommendations and draft policy language for new forms. Other duties as assigned by General Counsel, Sr. Claims Management, or Executive Management. Interact with others in a professional manner. Bachelor Degree from four year college or university is required. Juris Doctor degree and admission to the State Bar is preferred. Should have 5+ years experience adjusting commercial claims for an insurance carrier or an attorney experienced in litigating or handling insurance claims.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: LITIG003098

Company info

AmeriTrust
11880 College Boulevard Suite 500
Overland Park
Kansas
United States 66210
Website : http://www.ameritrustgroup.com/