Litigation Specialist

Warrior Insurance Network • Chicago, 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, maintaining accurate claim files and reserves, and reaching appropriate claim resolutions. Fully remote work consideration requires at least five years of full-file auto claims experience.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of applicable auto claims handling experience.
• At least five 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.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation claims in accordance with established office procedures.
• Determine coverage and draft applicable reservation of rights letters.
• Promptly investigate claims by obtaining statements from involved parties and witnesses and securing necessary records and materials, 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 an appropriate diary on all open files.
• Conduct business with vendors in a way that controls expenses and upholds the company's reputation for quality service.
• Research and interpret case law, statutes, and coverage forms to adjust and conclude claims appropriately.
• Evaluate and determine the potential use of experts and field investigators.
• 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.
• Adhere to 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, dental, and vision reimbursement
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Telemedicine benefit
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Company-sponsored events

What This Job Offers

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