Senior Claims Counsel

DWF Law LLP; Deerfield (IL); Remote; USD 112,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Claims Counsel, where you will be pivotal in managing liability insurance claims. This fully remote position allows you to work flexibly while leading high-complexity claims in a dynamic environment. You will investigate and resolve claims, develop strategies for risk transfer, and provide legal counsel on coverage obligations. The role demands strong problem-solving and negotiation skills, along with the ability to work independently. If you're looking for a challenging role in a supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) retirement program with employer match

Flexible work arrangements

Performance-based bonuses

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in claims management with expertise in defense and coverage.
• Exceptional problem-solving and negotiation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-complexity claims focused on Professional Liability and Construction.
• Investigate claims and develop resolution strategies including litigation management.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Legal analysis skills

Claims management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Why join us?

DWF is a global leader in integrated business and legal services, offering an innovative and dynamic claims environment. As a Senior Claims Counsel, you’ll play a critical role in investigating, evaluating, and resolving liability insurance claims, ensuring strategic and effective case management. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to analyze liability, damages, and coverage, and the expertise to develop and execute resolution strategies that include litigation management, mediation, and risk transfer.

This is a fully remote role, open to candidates anywhere in the United States, providing flexibility while working within a high-performing national team.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-complexity claims with a focus on Professional Liability, Construction and Design-related matters.
• Investigate and evaluate claims, ensuring thorough analysis of liability, damages, and policy coverage.
• Develop and execute resolution strategies, including risk transfer, mediation, and litigation management.
• Oversee litigation, hiring defense counsel and experts, and reviewing pleadings, budgets, and litigation plans.
• Provide legal counsel on coverage obligations, interpreting policy language to recommend and preparing written coverage determinations.
• Directly engage with clients, ensuring exceptional customer service, and providing detailed reports and guidance on risk assessment.
• Represent DWF in mediations and legal proceedings, ensuring regulatory compliance and strong advocacy.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active attorney’s license.
• 7+ years of experience in claims management, with expertise in defense and coverage.
• Exceptional problem-solving, negotiation, and legal analysis skills.
• Proven ability to work independently while leading claim resolution strategies.

Desirable

• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment and respond effectively to challenges.
• Good understanding of DWF’s values and motivation to contribute to its success.

What we offer

• Competitive salary offering between $112,000-$140,000 USD per year and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental and vision insurance (100% covered for employees, with options for dependents).
• 401(k) retirement program with employer match.
• Flexible work arrangements and strong leadership support.

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty, and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the center of all that we do.