Hybrid Claims Attorney: Complex Legal & Coverage Expert

The Bar Plan; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Bar Plan Mutual Insurance Company in Missouri is seeking a Claims Attorney to manage moderate- to high-complexity professional liability claims for lawyers, from inquiry to resolution. You will assess coverage, coordinate defense, and work with underwriting to control indemnity and expenses.

Ideal candidates have a JD and 3+ years' related claims or litigation experience, with strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Sound comprehension of insurance coverage issues posed by professional liability policies.
• Ability to analyze and convey summations of complex issues both orally and in writing; recognize alternative approaches and develop action plans.
• Ability to manage complex litigation, set loss and expense reserves and evaluate settlement values.
• Work collaboratively and as a team player.
• Hybrid position following initial onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, negotiate and settle complex primary professional liability claims for lawyers.
• Investigate and analyze coverage under primary liability policies; draft coverage correspondence; communicate coverage positions to policyholders and stakeholders; manage coverage litigation.
• Manage litigation filed against insureds; appoint and manage defense counsel; work toward expeditious and economical resolution.
• Communicate with underwriting to manage claims and alert of significant developments.
• Provide information to VP of Claims on coverage issues and adverse developments.
• Collaborate with team to analyze issues, develop action plans, and communicate conclusions clearly.
• Maintain and adhere to The Bar Plan’s guidelines and procedures.
• Ensure proper adherence to reporting requirements.

Skills

Communication

Insurance knowledge

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Caseload management

Education

JD

Job description

The Bar Plan Mutual Insurance Company in Missouri is seeking a Claims Attorney to manage moderate- to high-complexity professional liability claims for lawyers, from inquiry to resolution. You will assess coverage, coordinate defense, and work with underwriting to control indemnity and expenses.

Ideal candidates have a JD and 3+ years' related claims or litigation experience, with strong written and verbal communication.