Claims Managing Attorney
This senior management position manages attorneys in multiple offices who provide legal representation of insureds as well as the Exchange. This position ensures that legal representation is properly carried out within policy terms, is in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and is in adherence with legal defense best practices. The primary functions include leadership, coaching, performance counseling, training of attorneys, as well as regular communication, advice, and legal support to Claims Business Unit.
Responsibilities
- Manage file quality by ensuring proper staffing, training, communication, audits and customer feedback.
- Manage employees' compliance with Club policy and federal and state labor laws.
- Approve necessary forms and reports in compliance with these laws. Interview, screen and hire employees as replacements or additions to staff.
- Coach employees regularly to reinforce behavior that promotes accomplishment of performance expectations and ensures adherence to department requirements and legal defense Best Practices.
- Conduct performance reviews and recommend salary increases and variable pay to management. Identify and submit promotions, terminations, and disciplinary action of employees to management for approval.
- Assign and direct work to attorneys.
- Coordinate their activities and regularly review work product to ensure compliance with department requirements, acceptable quality of legal representation, and cost control.
- Coordinate and lead attorney file reviews to discuss cases and direct attorneys regarding the investigation, discovery, evaluation and trial.
- Participate in claims conferences such as homeowners and subrogation.
Qualifications
- JD from ABA accredited law school.
- Over 10 years as attorney with insurance defense experience required.
- Prior management experience required.
- Advanced leadership abilities required.
- Advanced interpersonal skills required.
- Advanced organizational and planning skills required.
- Advanced communication skills required.
- Must be member of state bar within the state of California.
- Valid driver license with level of financial responsibility required by the Club and an acceptable motor vehicle record.
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The starting pay range for this position is:
$160,500.00 - $214,100.00
Additionally, for full time positions, you will be eligible to participate in our incentive program based upon the achievement of organization, team and personal performance.
Remarkable benefits:• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension
• Tuition assistance
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts (membership, insurance,
travel, entertainment, services and more!)
