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Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan · 4 hours ago

Senior Litigation Representative

Lansing, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan is seeking a Senior Litigation Representative to provide efficient investigation, evaluation, supervision, and disposition of first and third party casualty claims in litigation. The role involves retaining knowledge of Michigan law and participating in collaborative efforts regarding claims management.

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Responsibilities

Retain detailed knowledge of the Michigan law, especially the No-Fault Automobile Act, MCL 500.3101, Negligence, Products and Insurance contract law, civil procedure, and Michigan Evidence law

Review and advise of changes in statutory law, case law, and legal practice as it pertains to the handling of claims and management of litigation

Participate in meetings, round-table discussions, and other collaborative efforts, providing others with constructive criticisms, encouragement and advice in the handling of individual claims

Qualification

Claims managementLitigation managementMichigan lawMedical terminologyInsurance contracts interpretationMicrosoft Office proficiencyLegal research capabilityAIC designationCPCU designation

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in claims management required

Ten years' experience in some aspect of the handling of claims, litigation and litigation management, or minimum five to ten years in the practice of law required

Experience by participation in depositions, mediations, pre-trial conferences and trials required

Extensive knowledge of claims procedures and practices, of no-fault coverage, and of tort, workers' compensation and contract law pertaining primarily to the handling of claims required

Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and rehabilitation required

Extensive knowledge of insurance contracts written by the company, and ability to interpret insurance contracts required

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint required

Ability to research and access information via the Internet required

Must possess a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record