Litigation Consultant

Sedgwick•Downers Grove, IL

4d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Litigation Consultant handles high-end cases involving serious injuries, complex coverage scenarios, and legal inquiries or disputes, and develops strategies to bring cases to satisfactory resolution. The role reviews reports and forms, responds to inquiries and legal decisions, coordinates with clients and counsel, manages litigation-related processes, and works toward early resolution and return-to-work outcomes. The position also supports the organization's quality programs and performs other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate demonstrates empathy, accountability, collaboration, growth, and inclusion. A high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor's degree, applicable professional certification, and Juris Doctorate are preferred. Ten years of litigation-handling experience, including five years of claims management experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. The role offers a flexible work schedule and career development opportunities. The listed starting pay range for the jurisdiction specified in the posting is $70,000–$90,000. Sedgwick offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ten years of experience handling litigation, including five years of claims management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to think clearly and conceptually; exercise excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem-solving, analysis, and discretion; handle work-related stress and multiple priorities; and meet deadlines.
Ability to perform computer keyboarding and travel as required.
Hearing, vision, and talking ability.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Professional certification applicable to the line of business.
Juris Doctorate (JD).

Responsibilities

Reviews and acts on reports and forms, responds to inquiries, seeks legal opinions and early resolution, and communicates resolutions to appropriate parties.
Handles high-end cases involving serious injuries and/or complex coverage scenarios.
Responds to decisions, agreements, and/or court orders; creates action plans; determines the need for examinations; and obtains client authorization.
Identifies cases for settlements or redemptions.
Gathers and documents additional information and coordinates with client designees.
Requests legal services or private investigations; assigns and coordinates local counsel; and monitors local counsel performance.
Responds to requests from plaintiff's counsel, unions, employees, or clients.
Identifies issues and formulates defense strategies.
Establishes or adjusts accrued liability and approves administrative expenses.
Identifies subrogation opportunities and manages the process.
Attends and participates in mediations, trials, arbitrations, or hearings as needed.
Works with partners to support early return-to-work.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Performs other duties as assigned.