Litigation Specialist

FCIC•Belleville, IL

20h

About The Position

First Chicago Insurance Company is seeking an experienced Litigation Specialist to handle litigated and/or complex injury claims arising from Personal Auto and Commercial Auto Liability policies. The role involves investigating and adjusting claims, evaluating coverage and liability, managing litigation, and working with defense counsel, experts, vendors, and other parties to bring claims to an appropriate conclusion. The specialist maintains complete claim documentation, establishes reserves, evaluates settlements, and complies with applicable regulations and company policies. The position includes additional duties as assigned by the direct supervisor or management.

Requirements

College degree and/or 5 years of applicable claims adjusting experience.
Knowledge of legal and medical terminology.
Excellent negotiation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed claim adjuster.

Responsibilities

Handle litigation claims in accordance with established office procedures.
Determine coverage and draft applicable reservations of rights letters.
Conduct prompt investigations, including securing statements from involved parties and witnesses and obtaining relevant documents such as police reports, medical specials, photographs, and appraisals.
Manage litigation by strategizing with defense counsel and experts on defense cases and declaratory judgment actions.
Maintain appropriate diaries on all open files.
Conduct business with vendors in a manner that maintains reasonable expenses and upholds the company's reputation for quality service.
Research and interpret case law, statutes, and coverage forms to properly adjust and conclude claims.
Evaluate and determine the potential use of experts and/or field investigators.
Maintain claim files and document claim activity in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies.
Prepare and present claim evaluations to secure appropriate settlement authority.
Establish and maintain appropriate indemnity and expense reserves.
Conduct onsite reviews of defense counsel as required by management.
Comply with Department of Insurance rules and regulations applicable to the loss state.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the direct supervisor or management.