Claims Attorney

at  Berkley

Company Details:
Carolina Casualty is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, an insurance holding company that is among the largest commercial lines insurance writers in the United States. We specialize in liability, physical damage, cargo and other insurance solutions for the commercial auto markets including trucking, public transportation and others.
The company is an equal opportunity employer.
Company URL: www.carolinacas.com
Responsibilities:
If you are seeking to enhance your legal career or insurance industry experience in a fast-paced, growing transportation company, we have an exciting opportunity to join our claims team. Carolina Casualty is looking for a Claims Attorney who will be responsible for the management and direction of complex claims involving commercial automobile litigation, legal questions of coverage, questions of liability and/or questions of damages.
The position also requires collaboration with outside counsel in analyzing and resolving claims within designated limits of authority. This includes investigation, analysis of liability and damages exposure, drafting and issuance of coverage position letters, assessment of risk transfer and development of strategies for resolution of litigated and non-litigated third-party claims. The Claims Attorney will also be responsible for determination of probable loss exposure and timely establishment of reserves, as well as maintenance of claim files and documents in accordance with Company policy and procedure. The Claims Attorney will also control the insured’s exposures and losses, manage consultants, and achieve a prompt, fair and equitable settlement according to fair claims handling requirements.

Key Functions will include but not be limited to:

• Oversee and resolve complex truck, bus, commercial auto and/or public transportation claims, including litigation.
• Manage and coordinate litigation by hiring defense counsel and required experts, review of draft pleadings, litigation plans, budgets and invoices.
• Document and communicate all claim activities timely and effectively and in a manner, which supports the outcome of the claim file.
• Attend and monitor trials to assess attorney performance and jury verdict risk.
• Conduct a prompt, thorough and fair investigation by obtaining relevant facts to determine coverage, origin, and extent of loss.
• Utilize critical thinking and solid judgment to solve problems, make decisions and resolve complex issues inherent in handling losses, as well as plan and organize activities throughout the claim’s management process.
• Act timely upon emerging information to insure ongoing recognition of the financial exposure on losses within assigned authority as well as promptly communicate to management, if beyond the assigned level of authority.
• Interpret related claims documentation.
• Initiate and oversee serious accident investigations and rapid response

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Minimum two (2) to (5) years of relevant legal experience, or two-plus (2+) years of relevant claims handling experience.
• Technical Skills
• Intermediate proficiency and experience in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Key Competencies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, managing time and resources to accomplish multiple tasks in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to conduct oneself professionally in varied business settings.

Additional Company Details: We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Sponsorship Details: Sponsorship not Offered for this Rol

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