Litigation Specialist

FCIC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Training & Development

Medical and Dental

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Fun company sponsored events

Job summary

First Chicago Insurance Company in Houston is seeking an experienced Litigation Specialist responsible for handling complex injury claims originating from Personal and Commercial Auto Liability policies. The ideal candidate will have a college degree and 5 years of relevant experience, along with excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

The position offers a competitive benefits package including competitive salaries, medical and dental benefits, and a 401k with a generous company match. Join us at First Chicago and become part of a thriving organization dedicated to employee growth!

Qualifications

• 5 years of applicable auto claims adjusting experience.
• Knowledge of legal and medical terminology.
• Ability to pass written examinations to become a licensed claim adjuster.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation claims in accordance with established procedures.
• Conduct prompt investigations by securing statements and obtaining documents.
• Manage litigation and strategize with defense counsel.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

College Degree

Job description

At First Chicago Insurance Company, our employees are our biggest asset! It is our mission to attract and retain intelligent, motivated, ethical employees who strive for excellence and growth, and to keep those employees happy and engaged. We provide the tools and the support our employees need to grow both professionally and personally. We encourage self-improvement and celebrate success by rewarding ideas and results. We realize the strength of teamwork and its ability to join individuals together and push and pull each other, with a synergy that can only be found in groups of good people sharing ideas. Join in on the excitement and become part of our thriving organization!

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Specialist!

The Litigation Specialist will be responsible for handling litigated and/or complex injury claims stemming from Personal Auto and Commercial Auto Liability policies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Handle litigation claims in accordance with established office procedures.
• Determine coverage and draft any applicable reservations of rights letters.
• Conduct prompt investigations by securing statements from the involved parties/witnesses and obtaining all necessary documents, including but not limited to, police reports, medical records, photographs, and/or appraisals.
• Litigation Management including strategizing with defense counsel and experts on defense cases, as well as declaratory judgment actions.
• Maintain an appropriate diary on all open files.
• Conduct business with vendors in a manner which maintains a reasonable expense factor and upholds the company\'s reputation for quality service.
• Ability to research and interpret case law, statute, and coverage forms in order to properly adjust and conclude claims.
• Evaluate and determine potential use of experts and/or field investigators.
• Maintain claim files and document all claim activity in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies.
• Prepare and present claim evaluations to secure appropriate settlement authority.
• Establish and maintain proper indemnity and expense reserves.
• Conduct onsite review of defense counsel as required by management.
• Adhere to the rules and regulations of the Department of Insurance specific to the loss state.
• Additional duties as deemed necessary by direct supervisor / management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• College Degree and / or 5 years of applicable auto claims adjusting experience.
• Knowledge of legal and medical terminology.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed claim adjuster.

First Chicago Insurance Company provides a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. Following are some of the perks First Chicago employees receive:

• Competitive Salaries
• Commitment to your Training & Development
• Medical and Dental
• Telemedicine Benefit
• 401k with a generous company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tution Reimbursement Training Programs
• Wellness Program
• Fun company sponsored events
• And so much more!

Visit our company website at firstchicagoinsurance.com