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Associate Claims Attorney/Claims Attorney-Executive Liability Division

American Financial Group

Evanston, Illinois

Job description

Overview

As part of our Executive Liability Division, you will manage a portfolio of claims, guiding coverage and liability analysis toward resolution. You will collaborate with underwriters and reinsurers, supervise defense counsel, and shape litigation and settlement strategies. The role is on-site four days a week in Schaumburg or Chicago, with one remote day, supporting a culture of open learning and strong relationships. You will operate in a dynamic environment focused on fiduciary, employment practices, and directors' and officers' liability. This is a chance to influence outcomes in a specialized insurance practice within a renowned group.

Compensation / Benefits
  • medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • wellness plans
  • parental leave
  • tuition reimbursement
  • paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan with company match
Responsibilities
  • Analyze each claim in detail and monitor progress toward resolution
  • Evaluate coverage and liability, issue written opinions, and oversee defense counsel
  • Develop and implement claim litigation and resolution strategies
  • Provide information to underwriters and reinsurers on claims and legal trends
  • Collect and analyze needed information for investigations (reports, policies, appraisals, releases, statements, records)
  • Attend arbitrations or mediations as necessary
  • May affect settlements or reserves within limits and submit recommendations
  • Ensure timely, accurate claim payments and compliance with laws and company procedures
  • Provide technical advice to other areas as needed
Key requirements
  • JD and current attorney license
  • 2 to 6 years of related experience
  • Experience in litigation, insurance coverage, employment practices, or claims adjusting preferred
  • Detail oriented, organized, and strong analytical skills
  • detail oriented
  • organized
  • strong analytical skills
  • claims analysis
  • coverage evaluation
  • litigation strategy

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