Litigation Attorney, Risk Management Specialist

1 week ago

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States University of Cincinnati Full time
Job Title: Litigation Attorney, Risk Management

Join the University of Cincinnati as a Litigation Attorney, Risk Management, and contribute to the strategic creation and implementation of the university's overall risk management program. As a key member of the team, you will provide legal advice, counsel, and advocacy in the defense of related litigation for the university and its affiliated entities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the practical and strategic administration and management of the university's risk, claims, and loss control management program and related litigation.
  • Develop and manage overall risk management programs for a major university with an academic medical center, involving insured risks and professional and general liability, and property claims.
  • Actively identify and logically assess potential legal risks in unique and complex situations.
  • Provide risk management recommendations to further university objectives, leveraging sound risk assessment information.
  • Draft necessary legal documents and effectively deliver difficult messages to diverse stakeholders.
  • Represent the university in the management of property, automobile, and general liability; operate university insurance programs for medical professional and general liability.
  • Develop and manage claims and incident information systems, act as a consultant on claims and insurance questions, and develop and recommend policies and procedures.
  • Investigate and make recommendations regarding decisions to settle/defend, selection and assignment of outside counsel, negotiation, adjustment of self-insured claims, including medical malpractice, litigation management, and coordination of insurance involvement, in a manner that prioritizes the University's interests.
  • Work collaboratively in providing advice on a variety of complex legal matters in a fast-paced, high-volume, good-humored environment.
  • Communicate, cooperate, and interact comfortably with a diverse community and multiple constituencies, including senior administrators, staff, faculty, students, trustees, external professionals, and vendors in a manner that demonstrates regard for and commitment to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Work effectively and efficiently in a high-pressure environment and respond quickly and appropriately to emergency situations.
  • Exercise excellent judgment and attention to detail, act with the highest degree of honesty and integrity, and demonstrate the utmost discretion and confidentiality.
  • Work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative as and when appropriate.
  • May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff.
Requirements:
  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • License to practice law and in continuous good standing with the State of Ohio.
  • Qualify for appointment as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Ohio.
  • Seven (7) years of experience in litigation and/or risk management.
  • Highest degree of ethical character and compliance with all legal and ethical rules applicable to an attorney licensed and practicing in the State of Ohio.
  • Highest level of legal research, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, take direction, and collaborate on a team while advising diverse stakeholders in a high-volume environment.
Additional Qualifications Considered:
  • Relevant experience providing legal services to a hospital, medical center, or higher education institution.
Compensation and Benefits:

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience. Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program. Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans. Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave. Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents. Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

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