Claims Attorney

Iowa; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Iowa Finance Authority as a Claims Attorney, where your legal expertise will enhance the integrity of Iowa's title system. You will manage title claims, draft legal documents, and represent the agency in court, making a positive impact on Iowans' lives.

Benefits

Paid Time Off including vacation and sick leave

Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan options

Flexible Spending Accounts

Free Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Experience equal to two years in the practice of law; not including law clerk experience.
• Current experience in the executive branch in the practice of law.
• Ability to draft legal documents and analyze legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage the lifecycle of title claims from investigation to recoupment.
• Draft and review affidavits, settlement agreements, and legal documents.
• Represent Iowa Title Guaranty in court proceedings.

Skills

Strong background in real estate transactions

Claims litigation

Effective communication

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of law

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 benefitsweb 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.

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.

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