Claims Counsel (Hybrid in WA)
Core
Investigate, evaluate, determine loss and defense coverage liability, resolve claims, establish reserves, and manage claims/litigation to final resolution.
Role type
In-house claims counsel (title insurance/underwriting)
Builds
Resolved claims and litigation outcomes for the company
Domain
Insurance / Title Insurance
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Legal analysis, negotiation, claim evaluation, reserve calculation, litigation management, outside counsel management
Preferred skills
Title insurance knowledge, title underwriting experience
Technologies
Legal research tools, case management systems
Responsibilities
Investigate and evaluate claims for coverage liability; Establish settlement and expense reserves; Determine need to retain outside counsel; Manage claims and/or litigation through to final resolution; Negotiate with claimants, opposing counsel, and third parties; Review and approve invoices for costs and attorneys' fees.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC