Senior Litigation & Liability Claims Examiner

Arbol•Sarasota, FL

About The Position

Arbol is a global climate risk coverage platform and FinTech company offering full-service solutions for any business looking to analyze and mitigate exposure to climate risk. Arbol’s products offer parametric coverage which pays out based on objective data triggers rather than subjective assessment of loss. Arbol’s key differentiator versus traditional InsurTech or climate analytics platforms is the complete ecosystem it has built to address climate risk. This ecosystem includes a massive climate data infrastructure, scalable product development, automated, instant pricing using an artificial intelligence underwriter, blockchain-powered operational efficiencies, and non-traditional risk capacity bringing capital from non-insurance sources. By combining all these factors, Arbol brings scale, transparency, and efficiency to parametric coverage. Arbol is looking for a seasoned Senior Litigation & Liability Claims Examiner to join our growing property casualty claims team at Lilypad Insurance Managers. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in litigated liability claims, complex coverage analysis, and defense counsel management, along with the sound judgment and independent decision-making that come with senior-level experience. You'll work in a dynamic environment that blends litigation claims excellence with technology, including AI-driven tools, giving you the resources to deliver outstanding outcomes for policyholders and claimants when it matters most.

Requirements

4-year college degree plus 7+ years of property, liability, and litigation claims handling experience, or a comparable combination of education and experience.
Direct experience with first and third party litigation in Florida, Texas and Louisiana.
Applicable state adjuster license where required, with the ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed.
In-depth experience interpreting property damage estimates and applicable policy coverages.
Working knowledge and in-depth experience evaluating liability exposures.
Demonstrated technical expertise in claims management, including coverage, forms, contracts, and tort law.
Proven, effective negotiation skills, including experience negotiating directly with claimants and plaintiff attorneys.
Knowledge of law and insurance regulations across various jurisdictions, and the ability to stay current on legal trends affecting claim handling.
Advanced experience adopting and using new software and tools.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Flexibility: Able to work extended hours due to weather-related events or litigation deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Insurance certifications, courses, or professional designations: A plus.

Responsibilities

Investigate, evaluate, and resolve complex litigated property and liability claims from lawsuit assignment through final resolution, ensuring timely, efficient claim handling.
Investigate new third-party liability claims from first notice of loss, promptly contacting insureds and claimants to gather facts, assess liability, determine the claim evaluation, and set an action plan for resolution.
Negotiate directly with claimants and their attorneys to reach fair, well-supported settlements on third-party liability claims, applying strong negotiation skills and sound judgment within assigned authority.
Develop and execute effective, cost-efficient litigation strategies in partnership with defense counsel; prepare claim files for presentation and maintain consistent follow-up to keep cases moving toward resolution.
Attend trials, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions by phone or in person as needed, representing the company's interests and supporting favorable outcomes.
Once a claim proceeds to litigation, contact and negotiate directly with plaintiff attorneys as appropriate, applying proven negotiation skills to reach fair, cost-effective resolutions.
Review policy information to determine applicable coverages and make well-supported recommendations for resolving complex or disputed coverage issues in accordance with policy language and company guidelines.
Evaluate liability exposures with in-depth technical expertise, applying knowledge of tort law, contracts, and coverage forms to guide claim strategy.
Recommend timely, accurate reserves based on claim analysis and defense counsel input, and monitor and adjust reserves as lawsuits progress.
Maintain a current diary on each claim utilizing claims software, present files to internal claims committees, and provide detailed, accurate reports for management review on major losses.
Leverage AI-driven tools and modern claims software to streamline litigation workflows, improve accuracy, and enhance the overall claims experience.
Ensure lawsuit handling meets all benchmarks under company guidelines, applicable statutes, and Unfair Claims Practice Acts, including timely contact, defense counsel assignment, correspondence, and complaint response.
Identify fraud indicators and recovery opportunities throughout the litigation process.
Engage and monitor the work of outside vendors, including defense counsel and experts, throughout the claim adjustment and litigation process.
Support the claims supervisor or manager in mentoring less experienced examiners and help identify training needs across the team.
During high CAT claim volumes, step in to support litigation and liability claims as needed.