Litigation & Insurance Counsel

Conservice•Logan, UT

16h

About The Position

The Litigation and Insurance Counsel will provide strategic legal guidance and lead complex litigation matters in addition to managing insurance coverage issues, risk management, and related regulatory issues. This role will be responsible for managing all phases of litigation, advising internal stakeholders on coverage positions, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The position will work closely with executive leadership, risk management, finance, operations, and external counsel to protect the company’s interests in contested matters and coverage determinations. The ideal candidate brings at least 10 years of substantive experience in commercial litigation, including declaratory judgment actions, bad faith claims, and regulatory proceedings in addition to making claims with insurance providers and dealing with disputes related to coverage.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience in commercial litigation and insurance coverage
Strong expertise in policy analysis, declaratory relief actions, and bad faith litigation
Extensive courtroom and motion practice experience
Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
Strong strategic thinking and risk assessment capabilities
Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with executive leadership
Self-motivated and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment
Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Nice To Haves

Experience managing outside counsel and litigation budgets preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and manage complex litigation matters in state and federal courts
Coordinate with outside counsel to advance Conservice’s interest in pending litigation and regulatory disputes
Work with operational teams, law clerks, and paralegals to facilitate the discovery process and gather the required disclosure documentation
Analyze and interpret commercial insurance policies, including general liability, professional liability, property, umbrella, and specialty lines
Provide strategic advice regarding coverage positions, risk exposure, and claims handling
Oversee and manage outside counsel, including litigation strategy, budgeting, and performance
Draft and argue dispositive motions, coverage opinions, and settlement agreements
Represent the organization in mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings
Advise internal stakeholders on risk mitigation, indemnity provisions, and contractual insurance requirements
Monitor and assess regulatory and legislative developments impacting insurance coverage and litigation risk
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop proactive litigation and claims strategies
Support internal investigations and respond to regulatory inquiries as needed
Provide training to internal teams on insurance coverage and risk-related issues