Claims Counsel, Coverage

2 weeks ago


Richmond, United States Markel Corporation Full time

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.

Join us and play your part in something special

Claims Counsel is a technical resource within the Markel Claims that manages litigated and pre-litigation claim matters involving allegations of bad faith or which seek extra-contractual damages against Markel-related companies; assists in reviewing pleadings, motions, release and discovery in declaratory judgment actions filed on behalf of the Company or filed against the Company which do not allege bad faith. Claims Counsel also assists Markel Claims with responses to consumer complaints and subpoenas.

Claims Counsel is a critical thinker in case-management; engages in independent analysis and evaluation of claims involving allegations of bad faith, which seek extra-contractual damages, or in which such exposures are alleged or may be created by the handling or outcome of a non-extra-contractual matter; engages in independent analysis of cases handled by other product lines on an as requested basis; and acts in a consultant role in case conferences. Claims Counsel will also coordinate and participate in training.
- Manage matters involving bad faith allegations or which seek extra-contractual damages against Markel arising primarily from First Party Property, Transportation and Special Programs claims.
- Review proposed declaratory judgment actions
- Review pleadings, affidavits, corporate disclosures (as requested), draft discovery responses and settlement agreements in suits against the Company
- Assist in reviewing and responding to pre-suit demands, policy limit demands, 93A notices, civil remedy notices, DTPA demands, and department of insurance complaints.
- Assist in deposition preparation
- Provide technical guidance to Markel Claims Specialists, Managers and Directors on an as requested basis
- Provide training as to bad faith and on other topics on an as requested basis
- Participate in case conferences with Markel CLaims Specialists, Managers, Directors and /or Underwriters on an as requested basis and ad hoc basis
- Review and/or draft of correspondence to personal counsel for insureds and business partners as requested.
- Provide information to business partners about changes in the legal environment
- Coordinate with Legal and Compliance divisions on Claims related issues.
- Complete quarterly surveys on suits against the Company
- Provide data/metrics information on claims and lawsuits
- Assist in reviewing responses to claims-related Department of Insurance Complaints, Civil Remedy Notices and Subpoenas
- Presentations to Claims and Underwriting as requested
- Assist with special projects as requested
- 25% travel may be required

Education
- Bachelor’s degree required
- JD required
- Must have active law license in at least 1 state

Work Experience
- 3-7 years experience analyzing coverage under commercial and residential property policies
- 3-7 years experience litigating breach of contract and extra-contractual claims against insurers in first-party coverage matters.

Skill Sets
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong desire for continuous improvement
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Comfortable working in a virtual team
- Flexibility and attention to details

Who we are:
Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better

We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What’s in it for you:
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
- We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.
- All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
- We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.
- Markel offers hybrid working schedules of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Are you ready to play your part?

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