Insurance Coverage Attorney (Counsel)

MedPro Group

7d • $100,000 - $145,000 • Remote

About The Position

Meet MedPro Group. We’re an industry-leading Berkshire Hathaway insurance company with a passion for our clients and our team. We are hundreds of professionals with varied backgrounds and experience levels who came together to achieve one goal: protecting those who have made it their mission to serve and care for others. Never considered the insurance industry before? We think you should.
In this role, you will…

Requirements

• JD degree from an ABA approved law school and licensed in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5-8 years of experience as a coverage attorney; experience preferred in professional liability issues including lawyers and medical professional liability, including defense of such underlying matters.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• PC literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Westlaw.
• Strong time management, organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both an individual and team work environment.
• Strong legal research and analysis skills.
• Strong business acumen and ability to analyze legal issues from the business perspective.
• Ability to handle many, varied legal issues at the same time in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize assignments in a high-urgency setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, responsive, and timely legal advice and training to Claims, Underwriting, and Market Management on all insurance lines, with limited supervision.
• Work with cross-functional teams to facilitate proactive and compliant performance of all company objectives.
• Advise on claims handling procedures to prevent insurance bad faith claims related to coverage provided to and/or settlement of claims against MedPro Group insureds.
• Execute on coverage issues, preparing appropriate reservations, denials, or other letters for Claims as needed.
• Communicate effectively with important clients, business partners, and other attorneys on significant developments and unique issues that raise the potential for litigation on individual cases and across broader legal issues.
• Consult with the business on the legal issues and implications of potential business decisions and initiatives, providing legal advice strategies and solutions for general business and legal issues.
• Review policies and provide experienced coverage analysis.
• Advise Underwriting on potential rescission/reformation actions and prepare appropriate correspondence.
• Monitor and assist outside counsel in coverage-related litigation.
• Assist Claims and Underwriting in responding to subpoenas and other legal requests.

Benefits

• MedPro Group’s mission is built on a century-old legacy of protecting those who protect others.
• From our roots in our hometown of Fort Wayne, Indiana, we've worked diligently to become the nation's premier healthcare liability coverage provider, currently insuring more than 300,000 customers.
• With that growth, we've built a significant presence in all 50 states.
• Our team works across the country to provide the best strategies to mitigate risk and preserve the reputations of those who have entrusted their good name to us.
• That passion – built on a foundation of a culture that values uncompromised integrity, obsessive client focus, great teamwork, and a long-term mindset – makes MedPro a preferred employer that many call their career home.
• medical, vision and dental insurance options
• life and accident insurance
• 401(k)
• short-term and long-term disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree