Senior Supervisory Attorney - Insurance Coverage

About the role

The American Family Insurance Legal Department is seeking an experienced Coverage Counsel to provide legal support for the Claims departments at the American Family companies. The ideal candidate will assist in the continuous improvement and implementation of the legal department strategies and promote an organizational culture that encourages ethical conduct and a commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft coverage opinions on all lines of business, including personal lines, commercial policies and non-standard auto products.
• Review knowledge articles and standard operating procedures for verification of compliance with state laws and regulations.
• Answer claims related questions from staff and management.
• Assist with Department of Insurance complaint responses.
• Develop uniform strategies within states on certain recurring subjects.
• Help monitor outside counsel on EUOs.
• Draft Reservation of Rights and coverage disclaimer letters.
• Participate in Claims roundtables as a legal expert.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support or service.
• Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions and discovery and deposing witnesses.
• Demonstrated litigation experience.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which they practice.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law.
• Admitted to the state bar in the state where they are located or (1) admission to the bar within one year of hire for individuals who must pass a bar exam or portions of a bar exam to be admitted or (2) bar admission as soon as practicable but no later than 60 days of hire for individuals with diploma privilege or who are eligible for in-house counsel registration.

Qualifications

• Previous Coverage Experience is required, preferably in WI, MN, IA, IL, MI.

Skills

• Legal research and drafting skills.
• Customer service and support experience.
• Litigation experience.
• Knowledge of insurance law and professional responsibility.

Benefits

Position Compensation Range $113,000.00 - $194,000.00 Pay Rate Type Salary Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.

Pay

Salary

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits.

401(k) contribution, a pension plan, an annual incentive, 9 paid holidays and a paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees).

Student loan repayment program and paid-family leave.

Additional Information

To ensure a strong start, all employees participate in our New Employee Orientation during their first week. This experience is held in person at our Madison, WI Headquarters or one of our AmFam core locations to help you connect with our mission, meet key team members and build relationships that support your growth.

We provide benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Our internships and contingent workers are not eligible for American Family Insurance Group benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.