Claims Management & Coverage Counsel

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Claims Management & Coverage Counsel position reporting to our New York City Office.

The Position

Wilson Elser is currently seeking highly skilled attorneys with Claims Management & Coverage Counsel experience to join our dynamic team. In this role, the Claims Management & Coverage Counsel will provide expert guidance in claims, coverage analysis, and risk management for various specialty and professional lines of insurance. As part of our national team, you will help independently manage complex claims and coverage disputes and will focus on developing resolution and/or settlement strategies to mitigate potential legal exposure.

This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a claims caseload, from claim notification through resolution.
• Evaluate coverage, liability and damages issues for complex professional liability, employment liability, real estate liability, miscellaneous liability and D&O matters.
• Draft reservation of rights and coverage denial letters
• Proactively monitor claims, prepare and develop handling and resolution strategies.
• Assign, coordinate, and manage outside counsel to obtain optimal resolutions.
• Prepare reports to clients with exposure analysis and reserve recommendations.
• Resolve claims through direct negotiations and participation in mediation.
• Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects.
• Ability to regularly interface with clients, carriers and outside counsel

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited Law School
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 3+ years of legal practice experience in the insurance area.
• Previous experience drafting coverage letters and opinions, a plus.
• Experience in private practice, preferred.
• Superior written and oral communication skills required.
• Strong legal research and negotiation skills required.
• Ability to assess and interpret insurance policies, identify potential legal risks, and offer strategic solutions to prevent disputes from escalating.
• Strong organizational skills to effectively manage a high-volume caseload in a fast paced environment.

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.  This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. 

Why Should You Apply? 

• Flexibility: Remote and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.

We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.