Senior Supervisory Attorney - Insurance Coverage

American Family Insurance - Corporate • Madison, WI • 1d ago

The American Family Insurance Legal Department is seeking an experienced Coverage Counsel who has demonstrated the ability to multi-task, work independently and in team settings, and deliver results. You will provide legal support for the Claims departments at the American Family companies. You will work on insurance coverage opinions, attend and provide guidance at roundtables and collaborate on best practices claims topics. You will also retain outside counsel on coverage litigation and monitor declaratory judgment actions. The ideal candidate will assist in the continuous improvement and implementation of the legal department strategies and promote an organizational culture that encourages ethical conduct and a commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. You will report to the Senior Manager, Legal.

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of location and will be considered based upon the needs of the role.

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Previous Coverage Experience is required, preferably in WI, MN, IA, IL, MI.

Position Compensation Range:

$113,000.00 - $194,000.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.

Primary Accountabilities

You will conduct legal research and draft coverage opinions on all lines of business, including personal lines, commercial policies and non-standard auto products.

You will review knowledge articles and standard operating procedures for verification of compliance with state laws and regulations.

You will answer claims related questions from staff and management.

You will assist with Department of Insurance complaint responses.

You will develop uniform strategies within states on certain recurring subjects.

You will help monitor outside counsel on EUOs.

You will draft Reservation of Rights and coverage disclaimer letters.

You will participate in Claims roundtables as a legal expert.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills Requirements

Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support or service

Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions and discovery and deposing witnesses.

Demonstrated litigation experience.

Solid knowledge and understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which they practice.

Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law.

Admitted to the state bar in the state where they are located or (1) admission to the bar within one year of hire for individuals who must pass a bar exam or portions of a bar exam to be admitted or (2) bar admission as soon as practicable but no later than 60 days of hire for individuals with diploma privilege or who are eligible for in-house counsel registration.

Juris Doctor

Licenses

Not Applicable.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25%.

Physical Requirements

Work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Working Conditions

Not Applicable.

Additional Information

To ensure a strong start, all employees participate in our New Employee Orientation during their first week. ?This experience is held in person at our Madison, WI Headquarters or one of our AmFam core locations to help you connect with our mission, meet key team members and build relationships that support your growth. ?At times, sessions may be delivered virtually based on scheduling and availability.?

Offer to selected candidate will be made contingent on the results of applicable background checks

Offer to selected candidate is contingent on signing a non-disclosure agreement for proprietary information, trade secrets, and inventions

Sponsorship will not be considered for this position unless specified in the posting

We provide benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. You will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health. We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution, a pension plan, an annual incentive, 9 paid holidays and a paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees). In addition, our student loan repayment program and paid-family leave are available to support our employees and their families. Interns and contingent workers are not eligible for American Family Insurance Group benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination, non-harassment and equal opportunity. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

American Family Insurance is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email AskHR@AmFam.com to request a reasonable accommodation.

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