Litigation Specialist - Commercial General Liability
About The Position
The Company Utica National Insurance Group, with 1,400 employees countrywide, is an "A" rated $2.0B award-winning, nationally recognized property & casualty insurance carrier operating along the Eastern half of the United States. Our Home Office is based in Central New York, with Regional Office locations in NYC, Dallas and Charlotte. This role is responsible for investigating, evaluating, negotiating, and resolving litigated commercial general liability claims, primarily in Northeastern venues. The specialist will interpret coverage, prepare coverage letters, and guide defense counsel. Consultation with supervisors on complex matters is required. This position demands advanced industry knowledge, strong claims handling acumen, and a thorough understanding of state laws and requirements. This is a hybrid role reporting to our New Hartford, NY; Woodbury, Long Island; or Charlotte-Ballantyne, NC location.
Requirements
- Four year degree preferred or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of commercial general liability experience.
- Experience in handling litigated files with strong coverage analysis skills required.
- Knowledge of NY, NJ, and PA venues strongly preferred.
- Required to obtain your license(s) as an adjuster in the state(s) in which you are assigned to adjust claims. Licensing must be obtained withing the timeframe set forth by the company and must be maintained as needed throughout your employment.
Responsibilities
- Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve litigated commercial general liability claims in a fair and timely manner.
- Interpret coverage to include drafting of comprehensive coverage position letters, evaluate damages, and negotiate settlements with limited supervisor intervention.
- Control, direct, authorize, and review activities of assigned defense counsel.
- Operate independently and resolve claims within and assigned authority.
- Consult with supervisor on more complex coverage and litigated matters.
- Attend mediations, trials, and hearings as needed to include interaction with insureds agents and legal representatives.
- Review court decisions and coverage interpretations and have a broad knowledge and understanding of the law and claim practices.
- Effectively handle the complex/serious claims within Regional Operations.
- Provide an excellent customer service experience on all claims.
- Serve as mentor to lesser experienced team members.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Conform with all corporate policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Medical and Prescription Drug Benefit
- Dental Benefit
- Vision Benefit
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- 401(k) Profit Sharing and Investment Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Assistance, Training, and Professional Designations
- Company-Paid Family Leave
- Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance Benefit
- Voluntary Benefits - Group Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Legal, ID Theft Protection, Pet Insurance
- Student Loan Refinancing Services
- Care.com Membership with Back-up Care, Senior Solutions
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Matching Gifts program
- Paid Volunteer Day
- Employee Referral Award Program
- Wellness programs
- Personal insurance discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
