Claims Counsel - Title Insurance
- Berwyn, PA
- $95,350-127,125 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Investigate, evaluate, determine loss and defense coverage liability and resolve claims
- Establish settlement and expense reserves
- Determine need to retain outside counsel
- Manage claims and/or litigation through to final resolution
- May address escalation of day-to-day personnel, claims and other operational issues
- Negotiate with claimant / opposing counsel / third parties for resolution
- Attend mediations and other required court appearances / processes
- Review and approve invoices for costs and attorneys’ fees
- Perform / assist initial evaluation for recovery
- Assignments are broad in nature, usually requiring originality and ingenuity. Operates with substantial latitude for un- reviewed action or decision and has ability to evaluate matters which may have a major bearing on the conduct of the organization’s business
- Works independently setting own priorities and objectives with supervisory consultation. Work reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy
- Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of difficult assignments.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and organizational skills
- Law Degree required
- Admitted to practice law in US
- Typically has 4+ years professional experience in title insurance / title underwriting and in depth knowledge on title insurance claims and resolution
- Licensed to practice law in good standing
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