Senior Casualty Claims Examiner

Job Title

Litigation Examiner

Insurance

United States of America

Arkansas

Lowell

Full time

Under routine supervision, the Litigation Examiner plays a crucial role in the legal process by thoroughly investigating, reviewing, and assessing claims and legal cases to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Assignments are broad in nature, usually requiring originality and ingenuity. The incumbent will work closely with attorneys and other legal professionals to support the successful resolution of claims and litigation matters.

• Assist with analyzing legal claims and cases to determine their validity and potential for resolution through litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods
• Examine legal documents, contracts, evidence, and related materials to identify key issues, facts, and legal arguments
• Ensure all litigation activities and strategies comply with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies
• Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing findings, assessments, and recommendations for further action, providing clear and concise information to attorneys and management under guidance from senior team members
• Consult with attorneys, paralegals, and other legal professionals to discuss case strategies and provide expertise on litigation matters
• Assist in coordinating witness interviews, depositions, and testimony, ensuring that all necessary documentation and information are prepared
• Help manage and organize case files, evidence, and exhibits, maintaining accurate records and ensuring document retention compliance
• Provide support during trial proceedings, including, but not limited to, organizing exhibits, witnesses, and assisting in courtroom activities as needed
• Remain updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations; engage in ongoing professional development to enhance litigation examiner skills
• Facilitate the investigation of accidents and losses, including, but not limited to, the assignment of local counsel and other support vendors to determine the exposure
• Participate in a rotating on-call program to provide support outside of regular business hours
• Responsibilities may require travel on short notice to assist in the investigation of accidents and losses
• Perform other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in law, paralegal studies, or a related field with 2-3 years of managing claims, litigation, transportation, or relevant experience, and/or military equivalent AND Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences:

• Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines
• Job requires employee to travel
• Willingness to adhere to an on-call schedule

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School
• Ability to maintain professionalism while dealing with difficult situations and/or individuals
• Ability to make independent, time-sensitive decisions
• Ability to work both individually and as part of a team
• Experience working in claims
• Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums
• Ability to work with minimal direction
• Ability to form strong arguments and defend a position professionally
• Previous experience in litigation support or a similar legal role
• Strong knowledge of legal research and analysis
• Knowledge of e-discovery tools and processes
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision…