Litigation Counsel: Insurance Claims Strategy

Shelter Insurance Companies; Bastrop (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Prescription

401(k) Savings & Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Wellness Program

Dress for Your Day

Flexible Scheduling

And more

Job summary

Shelter Insurance Companies is seeking a Litigation Counsel to lead claims litigation strategy across designated Shelter states. You will manage case strategy, supervise outside counsel, and coordinate with insurers, adjusters and branches to ensure compliant, effective litigation.

The role requires a law degree, 1–3 years trial or legal claims experience, and excellent communication, organization and decision-making skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical and decision-making skills.
• 1-3 years trial or legal claims experience, and 6-12 months on the job training to learn insurance contracts and procedures.
• Must reside in one of the listed states, including LA.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct claims litigation activities and case strategy for designated Shelter states.
• Direct Managers and Supervisors in claims handling, investigation, and communication on complex, high-exposure cases.
• Manage, supervise outside attorneys; direct training for branches.
• Establish, train, and direct overall claims-handling protocol consistent with state law.
• Research law to explain impact on claims handling and policy changes proposals.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

Relationship building

Education

JD / Law degree

Job description

Shelter Insurance Companies is seeking a Litigation Counsel to lead claims litigation strategy across designated Shelter states. You will manage case strategy, supervise outside counsel, and coordinate with insurers, adjusters and branches to ensure compliant, effective litigation.

The role requires a law degree, 1–3 years trial or legal claims experience, and excellent communication, organization and decision-making skills.