Senior Claims Counsel, Property & Casualty — Hybrid

Capital Insurance Group; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 114,364 - 190,607; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Capital Insurance Group seeks a seasoned attorney for its Claims Legal team. The role supports settlements and complex claim files, with jurisdictional analysis and coordination with outside counsel.

The position blends in-office and work-from-home days across listed office locations, including Spokane. Required is a JD with active bar admission in applicable states and at least 8 years in property and casualty insurance, ideally with first-party property experience.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in any CIG operating state.
• 8+ years of property and casualty insurance experience.
• Experience in claims department or law firm setting.
• First Party Property experience preferred.
• Experience advising on or litigating first party property coverage issues preferred.
• CPCU preferred.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Consult with claims staff on coverage and indemnification issues.
• Identify and coordinate with outside counsel for coverage issues.
• Directly handle policyholder suits and attend mediations.
• Train claims staff on jurisdictional issues and Fair Claims Practices.
• Respond to claims questions from various departments.
• Collaborate with the Claims Legal team to ensure consistent service to insureds.
• Track and diary claim files for follow-up.
• Lead roundtable discussions on claims topics and trial authority.
• Assist in identifying new firms to join Panel list.
• Support Reinsurance reporting with Analytics.
• Analyze complex insurance claims situations and develop recommendations.

Skills

Legal analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

JD and Bachelor's degree

Job description

Capital Insurance Group seeks a seasoned attorney for its Claims Legal team. The role supports settlements and complex claim files, with jurisdictional analysis and coordination with outside counsel.

The position blends in-office and work-from-home days across listed office locations, including Spokane. Required is a JD with active bar admission in applicable states and at least 8 years in property and casualty insurance, ideally with first-party property experience.