Job Summary:

Reviews anticipated litigation related to the organization and ensures maximum protection of the organization's legal rights. Provides legal advice and training to claims personnel. Must be a graduate of an accredited law school with at least 1 year of experience in Property and Casualty Claims as Litigation Counsel and be admitted into and currently licensed to practice law in a state bar.

Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Reports to Senior Claims Counsel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Stays current with key changes in the legal and regulatory environment and relays to claims personnel
• Conducts analysis of claim investigations and gives recommendations regarding legal and regulatory implications
• Responds to State Department inquiries promptly
• Responds to subpoenas for records
• Conducts claim Examinations Under Oath
• Attends hearings/depositions as needed
• Ensures that insurance coverage positions are consistent with our policy language and contracts
• Collaborates frequently within the Claims Counsel team to ensure a harmonious alliance in its communication of objectives, goals, and opinions
• Mentors claim professional(s), with frequent in-person collaboration, and assistance with legal interpretation and application of statutes and case law
• Develops and conducts in-person trainings as indicated by Senior Claims Counsel and VP of Claims, in collaboration with claims support departments
• Assists in the upkeep of communications templates as needed
• Communicates with co-workers, management, clients, vendors, and others as needed in a helpful, courteous and professional manner
• Maintains the integrity of the company and products offered by complying with federal and state regulations as well as company policies and procedures
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• Law Degree
• Current good standing with a state Bar
• 1 years of multi state or Florida property & liability (complex, litigated cases) experience with law firm, insurance carrier, third party administrator or insurance broker
• Strong analytical skills related to investigations, claims strategies and claims reviews
• Previous experience demonstrating strong written and verbal communications skills; ability to handle difficult situations
• Strong attention to detail, including regular follow up on action items
• Knowledge of property and casualty law, case law,civil procedure, claims processes, legal proceedings
• Intermediate technology skills related to Excel, queries, and insurance company risk management information systems
• Ability to work in fast paced team environment, handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines
• Ability to work in office, and travel occasionally

General Information:

All employees must pass a pre-employment background check. Other checks may be needed based on position: driving history, credit report, etc.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed; the level of knowledge and skills typically required; and usual working conditions of this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive listing of all requirements or responsibilities that may be required by employees in this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Heritage Insurance Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. We will not discriminate unlawfully against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any term or condition of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, place of birth, military service status, or other basis protected by law.