Claims Attorney, Cyber

Tokio Marine HCC•Encino, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Tokio Marine HCC’s Cyber & Professional Lines Group is seeking an attorney to manage first- and third-party claims, including class action litigation, arising under specialty Cyber, Technology Errors and Omissions, and other professional liability policies. The role involves interpreting coverage and collaborating with outside counsel and vendors to analyze and resolve claims within designated limits of authority. Responsibilities include investigating claims, analyzing liability and damages exposure, drafting coverage position letters, and developing resolution strategies for litigated and non-litigated claims. The Claims Attorney determines probable loss exposure and establishes reserves, while maintaining claim files and documents in accordance with company policies and procedures. The role reports to the claims management team based in Encino, California, and handles claims with limited supervision. The position is hybrid in Atlanta, New York, Encino, or Chicago; it may be remote if the selected candidate does not live near a listed office. Travel may be up to 10%.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.).
Licensure to practice law in the applicable state jurisdiction(s).
An active adjuster license in the state of residence or another designated home state, either when hired or within six months of beginning employment; the license must be maintained, including completion of continuing education requirements.
Candidates who begin employment without an adjuster license must obtain one in their state of residence or obtain a Texas adjuster license within six months.
Timely obtain adjuster licenses in additional states when required by business needs, including passing additional licensing exams if necessary.
Two to five years of relevant legal experience, or at least two years of relevant claims-handling experience.
Cyber claims-handling experience.
Intermediate proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced organizational and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently, manage time and resources, and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Ability to conduct oneself professionally in varied business settings.

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of the litigation process for claims to minimize company risk of loss.
Analyze coverage issues, conduct investigations, and evaluate the validity of complex claims.
Work with outside counsel as appropriate.
Prepare and draft moderately complex legal correspondence to affected parties.
Maintain claim files and update them as needed.
Communicate orally and in writing with agents, principals, claimants, and other attorneys regarding claim status, information requests, claim payments or denials, and related matters.
Attend court hearings, including mediations, settlement conferences, and trials, as needed.
Assign designated claims to outside counsel, manage the process, ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, and approve company charges and billing.
Negotiate claim settlements and seek approval or denial for claims outside defined limits.
Provide guidance to less experienced Claims personnel, including reviewing settlement payments and denials.
Determine probable loss exposure and establish reserves.