HPI Claims Attorney

Tokio Marine HCC • Purchase, NY

2d • $119,480 - $165,660 • Hybrid

About The Position

Tokio Marine HCC (TMHCC) is a leading specialty insurance group with offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain and Ireland, transacting business in approximately 180 countries and underwriting more than 100 classes of specialty insurance. TMHCC products and capabilities set the standard for the industry, and many of the Company’s almost 4,000 employees are industry-leading experts. We are currently looking for a Legal Claims Professional to join our growing team. Under supervision, evaluates and manages claims including the conducting of investigations, evaluation, and negotiation of settlements. Specializes in claims arising under Miscellaneous Medical Professional Liability and Social Services Professional Liability policies but may also manage claims arising under other specialty liability insurance products. Key Responsibilities Relying on limited experience and knowledge, this role is responsible for accomplishing the following assignments. These assignments are varied in nature. Key Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of the litigation process for claims to minimize company risk of loss. Analyze coverage issues, conduct investigations, and evaluate to determine validity of moderately complex claims; may work with outside counsel and effectuate same. Prepare and draft moderately complex legal correspondence to affected parties using mail, fax, or other electronic means. Maintain claim files - both physical and electronic. Update files as needed. Communicate with agents, principals, claimants, and other attorneys both orally and in writing concerning claim status, information requests, payment/denial of claim, or related information. May attend court hearings including mediations, settlement conferences, and trials. Assign designated claims to outside counsel including management of the process, compliance with company policy and procedure, and approval of company charges/billing. Negotiate claim settlement but must seek approval or denial for claims outside defined limit. • Conduct legal research and other miscellaneous legal matters. Position Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements

Requirements

• Minimum Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) degree or a related field or the equivalent education and/or experience
• Required Licensure to practice law in the applicable state jurisdiction(s)
• 2 Years Relevant legal and/or professional experience in insurance claims

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the litigation process for claims to minimize company risk of loss.
• Analyze coverage issues, conduct investigations, and evaluate to determine validity of moderately complex claims; may work with outside counsel and effectuate same.
• Prepare and draft moderately complex legal correspondence to affected parties using mail, fax, or other electronic means.
• Maintain claim files - both physical and electronic. Update files as needed.
• Communicate with agents, principals, claimants, and other attorneys both orally and in writing concerning claim status, information requests, payment/denial of claim, or related information.
• May attend court hearings including mediations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Assign designated claims to outside counsel including management of the process, compliance with company policy and procedure, and approval of company charges/billing.
• Negotiate claim settlement but must seek approval or denial for claims outside defined limit.
• Conduct legal research and other miscellaneous legal matters.

Benefits

• Tokio Marine HCC offers a competitive salary and a generous employee benefits package including among other benefits, subsidized medical, prescription, dental, vision and basic life and disability insurance, 401(k)plan with Company matching contributions, paid parental leave, paid time off and/or paid sick leave, and educational/loan assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree