Claims Monitoring Counsel

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Specialized Risk Management/Claims Avoidance Mitigation advice and recommendations.
• Contract Reviews/Seminars.
• Investigate, evaluate and monitor defense of complex professional liability claims.
• Liaison to underwriters and senior claim adjusters.
• Strategic input and evaluation of defense strategies.
• Independent exposure evaluation.
• Develop and manage resolution strategies.
• Interface with Client, insurers and other Project participants.
• Negotiate resolution of claims.
• Evaluate, manage, and provide strategic direction, advice and counsel on significant complex construction disputes and litigation matters.
• Engage in risk management of high-value claims arising on large, complex projects.
• Engage and manage local counsel on a substantive basis.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and industry experts to prosecute, defend and resolve complex disputes between sophisticated parties.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in one or more of the following practice areas: complex civil litigation preferably in the construction arena, claims management, interaction with insurers, involvement in the design or construction industry.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in any of the 50 United States.
• Interest in construction projects.
• Capable of independent work.
• Work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Able to multi-task.
• Able to analyze complex matters.

Why Should You Apply?

This candidate will work closely with our senior lawyers and clients on challenging work in an entrepreneurial and collegial environment. We offer a hybrid work environment, with the potential for fully remote work, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).

MG+M will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. We are committed to cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity as a fundamental value.