Excess Claims Attorney

DMC Insurance Inc.

Indianapolis, IN

$1,000 to $2,000 Yearly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

We are seeking an attorney with some legal work experience at a specialized insurance claim operation, to join our claims team. The successful applicant will supervise outside legal counsel on high dollar litigated claims preparing for settlement or trial. Some travel will be necessary to negotiate, mediate and attend trials. Lastly, the ideal candidate will add to and bolster DMC’s unique culture – a workplace built on enthusiasm, entrepreneurship, integrity, communication, proactive problem solving, and a genuine passion for helping our customers and agents.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Supervise outside legal counsel on high dollar litigated claims

· Claim preparation for settlement or trial

· Conduct timely and thorough investigations per company procedures

· Review files on a timely diary for reserving adequacy and resolution plans

· Complete timely and accurate reports

· Attend mediations and trials as merited

REQUIREMENTS

· Law degree with a good academic record

· Admitted to a state bar

· Superior negation skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Travel for mediations and trials

· Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of programs and an aptitude to learn new programs

· Abide by departmental policies and procedures, including authority levels, and compliance with DMC risk management controls

PREFERRED SKILLS

· Insurance claim experience

Company Description

DMC Insurance is a subsidiary of Crum & Forster Company and Fairfax Group and offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and potential of its employees. This comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental, life, disability, a generous 401k employer match program, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan through Fairfax. Employees also enjoy Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and various career development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement. The company fosters a supportive work environment with amenities like an onsite gym and actively encourages community engagement through charitable giving and volunteer programs. DMC values employee input and offers opportunities to shape the company culture through employee-led committees. These offerings and the DMC team are what contribute to our reputation and standing as one of Indianapolis’s Top Workplaces.
All qualified applicants to DMC Insurance are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

Why Work Here?

Significant growth of company

DMC Insurance is a subsidiary of Crum & Forster Company and Fairfax Group and offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and potential of its employees. This comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental, life, disability, a generous 401k employer match program, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan through Fairfax. Employees also enjoy Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and various career development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement. The company fosters a supportive work environment with amenities like an onsite gym and actively encourages community engagement through charitable giving and volunteer programs. DMC values employee input and offers opportunities to shape the company culture through employee-led committees. These offerings and the DMC team are what contribute to our reputation and standing as one of Indianapolis’s Top Workplaces. All qualified applicants to DMC Insurance are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.