Claims Attorney

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Iowa is looking for a Claims Attorney to provide legal counsel on title claims, handling all aspects of real estate and insurance law. This role is pivotal in supporting the integrity of Iowa's title system and requires a strong background in legal practice.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

IPERS Retirement package

Flexible Spending Accounts

Free Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Experience equal to two years of full-time work in the practice of law.
• Strong background in real estate transactions or claims litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of title claims under Iowa Title Guaranty Certificates.
• Draft and review legal documents to support claim resolution.
• Represent Iowa Title Guaranty in court proceedings.

Skills

Legal analysis

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of law

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Job Description

Step into a role where your legal expertise makes a lasting impact on Iowans across the state!

Job Description

Step into a role where your legal expertise makes a lasting impact on Iowans across the state!

As the Claims Attorney with Iowa Title Guaranty (ITG)- a division of the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA)- you will have a unique blend of public service and professional challenge, where your work directly supports the integrity and efficiency of Iowa’s title system.

About Us

At the Iowa Finance Authority, we’re committed to enhancing the economic well-being of Iowans. From helping first-time homebuyers achieve their dreams to supporting disaster recovery and water quality initiatives, we’re at the heart of improving the quality of life for residents across the state.

Iowa Title Guaranty plays a key role in this mission by offering affordable title guaranties that support mortgage lending and protect Iowa’s land-title system. ITG is the only state-run title coverage program in the nation and is often cited as an effective, low-cost alternative to traditional title insurance. As a self-sustaining program, ITG reinvests its surplus revenue directly into affordable housing initiatives—creating a powerful cycle of community reinvestment.

About This Opportunity

As our Claims Attorney, you’ll provide legal counsel on title claims involving all aspects of real estate and insurance law, including challenges to title, transaction disputes, foreclosure matters, and contract actions to determine liability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of title claims—from intake and investigation to legal analysis, resolution, and recoupment—under Iowa Title Guaranty Certificates.
• Draft and review legal documents such as affidavits, settlement agreements, and releases to support claim resolution and ensure legal compliance.
• Represent Iowa Title Guaranty in court proceedings, including preparing filings, attending hearings, and participating in mediations and settlement conferences.
• Oversee external legal counsel and coordinate with the Iowa Attorney General’s Office, managing litigation strategy, reviewing legal documents, and monitoring case progress, as necessary.
• Pursue recovery actions and policy improvements by evaluating subrogation opportunities, initiating litigation when appropriate, and refining claims procedures and documentation.
• Lead policy development, legal guidance, and compliance oversight for underwriting, claims, audits, and operations within ITG ensuring alignment with laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal team members to mitigate risk and enhance ITG’s effectiveness.
  
  

We Are Seeking a Detail-oriented Professional With

• Strong background in real estate transactions, title insurance, or claims litigation.
• Proven ability to analyze legal issues, draft clear legal documents, and communicate effectively.
• Embodiment of our Core Values:
  
  

Accountability in Action - We take pride in our work and results.

Innovate Together - We thrive on solving challenges through dynamic collaboration with our teams and partners.

Mission Driven - We place Iowans at the heart of everything we do.

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Benefits

As an employee of the Iowa Finance Authority, you are a State of Iowa employee, and you are eligible to enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options.
• Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
• Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
• Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
• Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.
  
  

To learn more about benefits available to State of Iowa employees visit the benefits web page .

The Claims Attorney position is a non-merit, contract-covered position that is classified by the State of Iowa as an Attorney 2. This position is exempt per FLSA regulations.

Applicant must pass a comprehensive background check before an offer for employment will be extended.

The Iowa Finance Authority is an EEO/AA Employer

Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• Graduation from an accredited school of law, and experience equal to two years of full-time work in the practice of law; not including experience as a law clerk.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work with the employing agency in the practice of law; not including experience as a law clerk.
  
  

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Government Administration

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