Hybrid Associate Claims Attorney, Executive Liability

Great American Insurance Group; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Great American Insurance Group is seeking an Associate Claims Attorney or a Claims Attorney for our Executive Liability Division. The role is based in Schaumburg, IL or Chicago, IL, with a hybrid schedule of three days in-office and two days remote.

You will manage an inventory of claim files, assess coverage and liability, and develop strategies for litigation and resolution. The ideal candidate holds a JD and active attorney license with 2–6 years' related experience, including litigation or

Qualifications

• JD and attorney license required.
• Generally 2 to 6 years of related experience.
• Experience in litigation, insurance coverage, employment practices, or claims adjusting is a plus.
• Detail oriented, organized and possess strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed analysis of each claim.
• Evaluates coverage and liability and monitors the file toward resolution.
• Develops claim litigation and resolution strategies.
• Provides information to underwriters and reinsurers on claims and trends.
• Secures and analyzes information in the investigation of claims.
• Attends arbitrations or mediations as necessary.
• May affect settlements/reserves within prescribed limits and submit recommendations.

Skills

Litigation experience

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD) and bar license

Job description

Great American Insurance Group is seeking an Associate Claims Attorney or a Claims Attorney for our Executive Liability Division. The role is based in Schaumburg, IL or Chicago, IL, with a hybrid schedule of three days in-office and two days remote.

You will manage an inventory of claim files, assess coverage and liability, and develop strategies for litigation and resolution. The ideal candidate holds a JD and active attorney license with 2–6 years' related experience, including litigation or