Senior Claims Counsel - Remote | Coverage & Defense

DWF; Town of Deerfield (WI); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

DWF is a global legal business seeking a Claims Counsel to investigate, evaluate, and resolve liability insurance claims in a fully remote role across the United States. You will lead strategic case management, assess damages and coverage, and coordinate with defense counsel to drive timely resolutions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, are licensed attorneys, and bring 8+ years in insurance claims or related areas. A proactive, collaborative, and long-term career focus in claims is expected.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active attorney’s license.
• 8+ years of experience in insurance claims, insurance defense, or coverage analysis.
• Analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-volume claims environment.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges with a proactive and hands-on approach.
• Strong desire to progress within the organization and build a long-term career in claims.
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to collaboration, feedback, and knowledge-sharing.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, assess and resolve insurance claims across Professional Liability, Construction and Design-related matters.
• Analyze liability, damages, and policy coverage to develop strategic resolution approaches.
• Work with external counsel, hiring defense attorneys, reviewing pleadings, and managing litigation plans.
• Prepare written coverage determinations and partner with coverage counsel as needed.
• Coordinate claims handling with insureds, claimants, and business partners, ensuring timely updates and resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with state and local regulatory requirements, maintaining detailed claim documentation.

Skills

Analytical

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

DWF is a global legal business seeking a Claims Counsel to investigate, evaluate, and resolve liability insurance claims in a fully remote role across the United States. You will lead strategic case management, assess damages and coverage, and coordinate with defense counsel to drive timely resolutions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, are licensed attorneys, and bring 8+ years in insurance claims or related areas. A proactive, collaborative, and long-term career focus in claims is expected.