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National Interstate Insurance Company · 1 week ago

Claims Attorney - Remote

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$112K/yr - $120K/yr

6+ years exp

National Interstate Insurance Company is a leading commercial transportation insurer in the nation, specializing in risk financing solutions tailored for the transportation industry. They are seeking a Claims Attorney who will assess claims, develop litigation strategies, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Financial ServicesInsuranceRisk Management

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Assesses claims, including liability determination, coverage analysis, and damage evaluation

Assigns cases to outside counsel and evaluates their performance

Develops, prepares, and implements Claims Litigation strategy, including affecting settlements/reserves within prescribed limits

Works toward the resolution of claims files and attends arbitrations, mediations or trials as necessary, but is not attorney of record

Ensures compliance of claims handling pursuant to all state, legal, statutory, and regulatory bodies

May provide oversight and supervision to outside counsel on claims-related litigation

May have responsibility for performance and coaching of staff and may have a participatory role in decisions regarding talent selection, development, and performance management for direct reports

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

LLMJDAttorney licenseTransportation DefenseClaims experienceInsurance policies knowledgeAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

LLM (Master of Law) or JD (Juris Doctorate) and current attorney license required

Generally, a minimum of 6 years of legal or claims experience

Demonstrates strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Demonstrates knowledge of insurance policies, coverage, and claims handling procedures

Maintains knowledge of industry laws and regulations

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships

Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Preferred

Prefer at least 5 years of Transportation Defense

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans starting on day one

PTO

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

An employee stock purchase plan

Education reimbursement

Paid parental leave/adoption assistance

A 401(k) plan with company match

Company

National Interstate Insurance Company

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National Interstate Insurance Company, with our wholly owned subsidiary, Vanliner Insurance Company, provides highly innovative insurance solutions and world-class customer service for a variety of commercial transportation industries.

Founded in 1989

Richfield, Ohio, USA

501-1000 employees