Associate Claims Counsel

The Jonus Group•Chicago, IL

5d•$120,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Associate Claims Counsel is an entry-level Claims Counsel role focused on learning foundational claim handling skills and handling low to moderate severity files from notice to conclusion with training and mentorship. 3 to 8 years of experience in professional liability, coverage, or commercial litigation, with demonstrated experience in private practice litigation required.

Requirements

3 to 8 years of experience in professional liability, coverage, or commercial litigation, with demonstrated experience in private practice litigation required.
An active license to practice law in good standing.
Proven experience in private practice litigation required.
Obtain adjuster license(s) or agree to obtain adjuster license(s) and additional training as necessary or required to complete claims handling responsibilities with ongoing training
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and interpretive skills.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Detail-oriented, adaptable to changing environment, and strategic in decision-making.
Customer-services and relationship oriented; strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated in a fast-paced environment.
Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.

Responsibilities

Review and document activity for assigned claims, including coverage evaluation, investigation, and consideration of multiple factors to assess potential liability and exposure presented
Develop working knowledge of policy forms, industry trends, and issues common to particular lines of insurance.
Regularly identify and appropriately address relevant coverage issues under appropriate oversight
Draft insurance coverage correspondence and reports.
Communicate claim activity with insureds, brokers, Underwriters, and senior claims management
Maintain professional relationships with internal and external audiences.
Identify and refer files necessitating escalated review as appropriate