Litigation Specialist

About the role

First Chicago Insurance Company is seeking an experienced Litigation Claims Specialist to handle litigated and/or complex injury claims stemming from Personal Auto and Commercial Auto Liability policies. This role offers a first-year hiring bonus for direct applicants, competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation claims in accordance with established office procedures
• Determine coverage and draft any applicable reservations of rights letters
• Conduct prompt investigations by securing statements from the involved parties/witnesses and obtaining all necessary documents, including but not limited to, police reports, medical specials, photographs, and/or appraisals
• Litigation management including strategizing with defense counsel and experts on defense cases, as well as declaratory judgment actions
• Maintain an appropriate diary on all open files
• Conduct business with vendors in a manner which maintains a reasonable expense factor and upholds the company's reputation for quality service
• Ability to research and interpret case law, statute, and coverage forms in order to properly adjust and conclude claims
• Evaluate and determine potential use of experts and/or field investigators
• Maintain claim files and document all claim activity in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies
• Prepare and present claim evaluations to secure appropriate settlement authority
• Establish and maintain proper indemnity and expense reserves
• Conduct onsite review of defense counsel as required by management
• Adhere to the rules and regulations of the Department of Insurance specific to the loss state
• Perform additional duties as deemed necessary by direct supervisor/management

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of applicable auto claims handling experience
• JD a plus but not required
• Prior non-standard auto claims experience a plus
• Knowledge of legal and medical terminology
• Excellent negotiation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed claim adjuster

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Commitment to training and development
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Telemedicine benefit
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Fun company-sponsored events

Pay

Estimated compensation range: $70,400–$118,750 per year. Offered compensation will be based on experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location. Starting salary may vary by position depending on whether the position is in-office, hybrid, or remote.