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Director, Claim/Coverage CounselRLI Insurance Company • Chicago, IL, United States
Director, Claim / Coverage Counsel

Director, Claim / Coverage Counsel

RLI Insurance Company • Chicago, IL, United States
3 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Director, Claim / Coverage Counsel – RLI Insurance Company

We’re seeking a seasoned insurance defense and coverage attorney to lead and manage coverage and bad faith litigation nationwide. This role provides legal counsel to the Claim Department on coverage issues, drafts and reviews policy language, and supports strategic claim outcomes. This is a full-time, in-house position with a collaborative, employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

  • Manage coverage and bad faith litigation by and against the Company nationwide by providing competent legal advice and counsel on claim-related matters.
  • Manage outside coverage counsel in coverage and bad faith litigation, including review of all company filings and discovery responses.
  • Aim for optimal results by resolving claim-related coverage litigation fairly, expeditiously, and economically.
  • Consult with and provide legal advice to the Claim Department on coverage issues, including reviewing coverage letters or other documentation.
  • Research, analyze, and evaluate external coverage and bad faith decisions and legislation across multiple US jurisdictions.
  • Provide training and legal advice to Claim Department on coverage issues, file documentation, litigation management, excess vs. primary disputes, catastrophe claims, and claim handling issues.
  • Provide legal advice and consultation on policy language and product development.
  • Provide legal advice to Claim Department on other issues and disputes arising from coverage and claim handling.
  • Provide legal advice on special projects, initiatives, and other duties as needed.

Education & Experience

  • J.D. required.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience practicing law at a law firm or insurance company, preferably both.
  • Experience providing legal advice and handling coverage and bad faith litigation arising under insurance policies for varied products (e.g., first party commercial property, professional liability, executive products such as D&O, EPL, fiduciary, etc.), and surety bonds.
  • Experience with claims-made and reported policies preferred.
  • Experience with multiple product lines preferred.
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies

  • Extensive experience providing coverage advice and managing coverage and bad faith litigation across varied insurance products.
  • Experience analyzing coverage and defending alleged bad faith claims across multiple product lines and jurisdictions.
  • Strong ability to draft insurance policy language and contribute to product development.
  • Analytical, strategic thinker with ability to translate complex claim processes into workable solutions.
  • Strong communication skills to present findings and recommendations to management.
  • Ability to mentor and develop others to improve team performance.
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary range : $133,939.00 - $195,216.00
  • Total Rewards include equity through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) with company contributions, annual bonuses, and profit-sharing up to 15% of eligible earnings.
  • Benefits include medical / dental / vision, flexible spending accounts, life and disability coverage, Paid Time Off, parental leave, and Flexible / hybrid work arrangements.
  • Equal Opportunity

    RLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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