Litigation Counsel

Illinois Casualty Compa•Rock Island, IL

3h•Remote

About The Position

Full-time position with a growing insurance carrier with consistent income, benefits, and the ability to work from home! Participate in our Company’s 401k program, Profit Sharing Bonus Program, and receive benefits such as Health, Dental, Vision, and more! Illinois Casualty Company is growing, and we have an opportunity for a Litigation Counsel to join one of the leading providers of insurance protection for the food and beverage industry. Under the direction of the Director of Litigation, the Litigation Counsel oversees the investigation and handling of litigated claims files. The role requires sound evaluation of coverage, liability, and damages. The Litigation Counsel will also determine whether cases should be tried or settled and will drive the negotiation of fair and equitable settlements. The position is responsible for overseeing and managing outside counsel with respect to the representation of the Company and its insureds in litigation and monitoring and managing legal expenses, and reporting. This position is supported by a Litigation Paralegal and Paralegal and may serve on interdepartmental project teams or committees.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited school
Licensure in any state with ability to gain In-House License for Illinois (as required by lL)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to read, classify, analyze, interpret, and summarize complex and highly technical information, legal documents, and legal authorities
Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Proven organizational and time management skills
Team oriented with ability to work in collaboration with both legal and business partners
Ability to communicate and provide legal guidance to a diverse audience in a clear and concise manner
Intermediate level proficiency in on-line legal research sites Westlaw, Lexis, and/or other on-line legal research services
Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Ability to demonstrate the highest level of ethical behavior, integrity, initiative, and resilience
Must be a licensed driver and maintain a valid driver’s license in the state of residence

Nice To Haves

Experience in law firm or corporate law environment preferred
Experience in statutory application and tort law defense preferred
Experience with property and casualty liability preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluating coverage, liability, and damages for files in litigation, performing legal research as necessary
Assigning, directing, and controlling outside counsel in the representation of the Company and its insureds
Establishing appropriate and timely claim reserves from information obtained through evaluation of assigned claim files; reviewing and updating reserves as needed until claims are concluded
Preparing and presenting cases in various meetings with management
Participating in settlement negotiations, including pre-trial conferences and mediation, requesting settlement authority as needed
Scrutinizing legal bills to ensure consistency with Company requirements
Additional duties as assigned

Benefits

Participation in our Company’s 401k program
Profit Sharing Bonus Program
Health
Dental
Vision
Opportunities to grow and advance through our Personal Professional Development Program
Participation in a comprehensive health plan
flexible work schedule
remote work opportunities
Retirement Plan