Legal Counsel - Subrogation

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Legal Counsel - Subrogation

Legal Counsel

Position will support the subrogation business and will be responsible for handling escalated case files from subrogation analysts. Works autonomously with regular collaboration and reporting to management. At this level, the associate has developed a specific technical understanding of industry legal issues in the field of subrogation.

This role requires associates to be in‑office 1–2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work‑life balance. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Per our hybrid/virtual work policy, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

• Works with more experienced attorneys to represent the organization in legal duties.
• May research legal principles and precedents, consult with higher level attorneys, draft and execute legal documents, and gather relevant case related information.
• Contributes to overall results of the subrogation business unit.
• Provides legal solutions to a limited range of legal problems of moderate scope and impact.
• At this level the attorneys focus is more of a tactical nature.
• Applies department protocol, exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actions.
• Learns about risk identification and mitigation in the context of the health insurance industry or the attorney’s technical area of expertise.
• Reports to department management any identified business exposure and associated risks as well as mitigation techniques being utilized.
• Assesses and mitigates risk for familiar situations.
• Develops recommendations and solutions that are thorough, practical, and consistent with organizational objectives.

Requires a JD, current license to practice law and a minimum of 3 years of specific industry and/or technical legal experience post licensure; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Legal experience post‑licensure in the area of subrogation is strongly preferred.

Non‑Management Exempt

1st Shift (United States of America)

LEG >
Attorneys

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member‑facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID‑19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

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