Litigation Specialist
Core
Manage litigation files from investigation through resolution for bodily injury claims, applying insurance policy language and case law to assess exposure and coverage.
Role type
Senior IC litigation specialist (bodily injury claims)
Builds
Resolved claims and settlements for insurance carriers
Domain
Insurance / Legal / Litigation
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Litigation claims management, Insurance policy interpretation, Case law analysis, Negotiation, Exposure assessment, Reserve establishment, Settlement approval, Cost-containment strategy, Trend analysis, Mentorship
Preferred skills
CIP designation
Responsibilities
Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve litigation files of varying complexity; Direct and guide defense counsel throughout litigation; Interpret complex insurance policy language and applicable case law to determine coverage and assess exposure; Review defense counsel reports and approve settlements within established authority limits; Participate in private mediations, settlement meetings, hearings, and other litigation-related proceedings; Contribute to regional cost-containment strategies by identifying opportunities to improve claims outcomes; Monitor emerging trends, legislative developments, case law interpretations, and claims issues; Mentor and coach junior claims professionals.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC