Utica National Insurance Group
Litigation Specialist - Commercial General Liability
Utica National Insurance Group, Pike Lake, Wisconsin, United States
Litigation Specialist - Commercial General Liability
Utica National Insurance Group, 1,400 employees countrywide take our corporate promise to heart every day: To make people feel secure, appreciated, and respected. Utica National Insurance Group is an "A" rated $1.7B award‑winning, nationally recognized property & casualty insurance carrier operating along the Eastern half of the United States.
What You Will Do You will investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve litigated commercial general liability claims. You will interpret coverage and prepare coverage letters. Through frequent contact with defense counsel, you will guide, review, and authorize work on litigated cases. Consultation with supervisors on complex coverage and litigated matters will occur as needed. This position requires advanced industry knowledge and strong claims handling acumen.
Essential Functions
Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve litigated commercial general liability claims in a fair and timely manner.
Interpret coverage to include drafting of comprehensive coverage position letters, evaluate damages, and negotiate settlements with limited supervisor intervention.
Control, direct, authorize, and review activities of assigned defense counsel.
Operate independently and resolve claims within and assigned authority.
Consult with supervisor on more complex coverage and litigated matters.
Attend mediations, trials, and hearings as needed to include interaction with insureds agents and legal representatives.
Review court decisions and coverage interpretations and have a broad knowledge and understanding of the law and claim practices.
Effectively handle the complex/serious claims within Regional Operations.
Provide an excellent customer service experience on all claims.
Additional Responsibilities
Serve as mentor to lesser experienced team members.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Conform with all corporate policies and procedures.
What You Need
Four-year degree preferred or equivalent experience.
5+ years of commercial general liability experience.
Experience in handling litigated files with strong coverage analysis skills required.
Knowledge of NY, NJ, and PA venues strongly preferred.
Licensing Required to obtain your license(s) as an adjuster in the state(s) in which you are assigned to adjust claims. Licensing must be obtained within the timeframe set forth by the company and must be maintained as needed throughout your employment.
Salary Range Salary Range: $84,600–$124,000. The final salary to be paid and position within the internal salary range is reflective of the employee’s work experience, their geographic location, education, certification(s), scope and responsibilities in the role, and additional qualifications.
Benefits
Medical and Prescription Drug Benefit
Dental Benefit
Vision Benefit
Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
401(k) Profit Sharing and Investment Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance, Training, and Professional Designations
Company-Paid Family Leave
Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance Benefit
Voluntary Benefits - Group Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Legal, ID Theft Protection, Pet Insurance
Student Loan Refinancing Services
Care.com Membership with Back-up Care, Senior Solutions
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Matching Gifts program
Paid Volunteer Day
Employee Referral Award Program
Wellness programs
Additional Information This position is a full‑time salaried, exempt (non‑overtime eligible) position.
Equal Opportunity Utica National is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What You Will Do You will investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve litigated commercial general liability claims. You will interpret coverage and prepare coverage letters. Through frequent contact with defense counsel, you will guide, review, and authorize work on litigated cases. Consultation with supervisors on complex coverage and litigated matters will occur as needed. This position requires advanced industry knowledge and strong claims handling acumen.
Essential Functions
Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve litigated commercial general liability claims in a fair and timely manner.
Interpret coverage to include drafting of comprehensive coverage position letters, evaluate damages, and negotiate settlements with limited supervisor intervention.
Control, direct, authorize, and review activities of assigned defense counsel.
Operate independently and resolve claims within and assigned authority.
Consult with supervisor on more complex coverage and litigated matters.
Attend mediations, trials, and hearings as needed to include interaction with insureds agents and legal representatives.
Review court decisions and coverage interpretations and have a broad knowledge and understanding of the law and claim practices.
Effectively handle the complex/serious claims within Regional Operations.
Provide an excellent customer service experience on all claims.
Additional Responsibilities
Serve as mentor to lesser experienced team members.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Conform with all corporate policies and procedures.
What You Need
Four-year degree preferred or equivalent experience.
5+ years of commercial general liability experience.
Experience in handling litigated files with strong coverage analysis skills required.
Knowledge of NY, NJ, and PA venues strongly preferred.
Licensing Required to obtain your license(s) as an adjuster in the state(s) in which you are assigned to adjust claims. Licensing must be obtained within the timeframe set forth by the company and must be maintained as needed throughout your employment.
Salary Range Salary Range: $84,600–$124,000. The final salary to be paid and position within the internal salary range is reflective of the employee’s work experience, their geographic location, education, certification(s), scope and responsibilities in the role, and additional qualifications.
Benefits
Medical and Prescription Drug Benefit
Dental Benefit
Vision Benefit
Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
401(k) Profit Sharing and Investment Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance, Training, and Professional Designations
Company-Paid Family Leave
Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance Benefit
Voluntary Benefits - Group Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Legal, ID Theft Protection, Pet Insurance
Student Loan Refinancing Services
Care.com Membership with Back-up Care, Senior Solutions
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Matching Gifts program
Paid Volunteer Day
Employee Referral Award Program
Wellness programs
Additional Information This position is a full‑time salaried, exempt (non‑overtime eligible) position.
Equal Opportunity Utica National is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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