Claims Counsel

DWF is a global company that provides integrated business and legal services. DWF Claims is seeking candidates for General and Professional Liability Claims Specialist positions. This role is responsible for investigating, evaluating and resolving liability insurance claims. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze liability, damages, coverage and develop resolution strategies.

• Investigate claims, develop and execute upon resolution strategies, which may include pursuit of risk transfer, mediation, and management of litigation.
• Assess coverage obligations including analyzing policy language to recommend and prepare written coverage determinations. Partners with coverage counsel, as applicable.
• Sets and manages timely and adequate reserves considering coverage, liability, and damages.
• Manage and coordinate litigation by hiring defense counsel and required experts, review of draft pleadings, litigation plans, budgets, and invoices.
• Document all contacts, communications, claim transactions, and otherwise maintain electronic claim files.
• Ensures exceptional customer service by managing all aspects of the claim, interacting professionally and effectively with insureds, claimants and business partners.
• Provides timely updates and responds promptly to inquiries and requests for information.
• Moves claims to closure and proactive claim handling and by collaborating with internal and external business partners, as appropriate, to develop, own, and execute a claim resolution strategy.

• Juris Doctor Degree
• Minimum of 2 years of insurance claims, insurance defense, coverage or equivalent experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication, and negotiation and presentation skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and to work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to take an initiative-taking long-term view of business goals and objectives to achieve strategic business results.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software.

The salary range is $79,500 to $97,000. This role s bonus and/or incentive eligible

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) program with an employer match and

financial support programs and resources: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.