Litigation Specialist

Warrior Insurance Network • Oak Brook, IL

13d • $75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Warrior Insurance Network 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 with defense counsel and experts, and determining appropriate claim reserves and settlements. Candidates with at least five years of full-file auto claims experience may be considered for fully remote work. The company describes opportunities for career growth and provides training and development.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of applicable auto claims handling experience.
• At least 5 years of full-file auto claims experience for consideration for fully remote work.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior non-standard auto claims experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation claims in accordance with established office procedures.
• Determine coverage and draft applicable reservations of rights letters.
• Investigate claims promptly by obtaining statements and relevant documents, including police reports, medical specials, photographs, and appraisals.
• Manage litigation, including strategizing with defense counsel and experts on defense cases and declaratory judgment actions.
• Maintain appropriate diaries for open files.
• Work with vendors while maintaining reasonable expenses and the company's service reputation.
• Research and interpret case law, statutes, and coverage forms to adjust and conclude claims.
• Evaluate whether experts and/or field investigators should be used.
• Maintain claim files and document claim activity in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies.
• Prepare and present claim evaluations to obtain appropriate settlement authority.
• Establish and maintain appropriate indemnity and expense reserves.
• Conduct onsite reviews of defense counsel as required by management.
• Follow Department of Insurance rules and regulations applicable to the loss state.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the direct supervisor or management.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Training and development
• Medical reimbursement
• Dental reimbursement
• Vision reimbursement
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Telemedicine benefit
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Company-sponsored events
• Growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed