Claims Counsel

Marketing Statement:

Philadelphia Insurance Companies, a member of the Tokio Marine Group, designs, markets and underwrites commercial property/casualty and professional liability insurance products for select industries. We have been in operation since 1962 and are nationally recognized as a member of Ward's Top 50 and rated A++ by A.M.Best.

Position Overview

Claim Counsel will provide legal counsel and strategic guidance regarding commercial property and casualty insurance claims. Reporting to VP of Claims & Claims Counsel, this position involves managing a portfolio of lawsuits against the company, offering legal opinions on insurance coverage and liability, collaborating with claim professionals, and engaging in litigation management. The successful candidate will serve as a key resource for claims professionals, underwriters, and company leadership, ensuring claims are investigated, evaluated, negotiated, and resolved in accordance with applicable policy provisions, statutes, and best practices.

Job Summary:

• Analyze, interpret and provide legal counsel regarding commercial insurance policy language.
• Interact and support all lines of business, addressing both first party and liability claims.
• Working with outside local counsel, manage a pending of coverage, bad faith, and extra-contractual litigation against the Company, including:
  • Providing strategic input on litigation;
  • Reporting to and advising senior leadership on adverse exposures;
  • Drafting and reviewing pleadings, discovery documents and motions;
  • Attending mediations, depositions and trials, as needed; and
  • Review legal invoices to ensure responsible expense discipline.
• Assist claim staff and leadership with policy limit / time limit demands on liability files.
• Navigate coverage disputes between carriers, especially relating to risk transfer.
• Assist with drafting and editing coverage positions letters.
• Provide internal coverage opinions, as appropriate.
• Deliver engaging training to Claim Division staff on best practices, good faith claims handling, and relevant developments in the law to promote effective and compliant claims handling.
• Participate in the coverage assignment referral process to outside counsel, as needed.
• Promote positive relationships with policyholders, agents, brokers and vendors to support excellent customer service and protect the company?s interests.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar and license to practice law in at least one state.
• Minimum of five years of experience in insurance coverage and litigation.
• Strong analytical and communications skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to others.
• Proficiency in using Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office is essential.
• Familiarity with LexisNexis for legal research.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, managing multipe priorities effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a civil litigator preferred.
• Insurance designations, such as CPCU, AIC, preferred.

• National Range: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00
• Ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

Tokio Marine Group of Companies (including, but not limited to the Philadelphia Insurance Companies, Tokio Marine America, Inc., TMNA Services, LLC, TM Claims Service, Inc. and First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd.) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to remain competitive we must attract, develop, motivate, and retain the most qualified employees regardless of age, color, race, religion, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, family circumstances, life experiences, marital status, military status, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by law.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefit package, which includes tuition reimbursement and a generous 401K match. Our rich history of outstanding results and growth allow us to focus our business plan on continued growth, new products, people development and internal career opportunities. If you enjoy working in a fast paced work environment with growth potential please apply online.
Additional information on Volunteer Benefits, Paid Vacation, Medical Benefits, Educational Incentives, Family Friendly Benefits and Investment Incentives can be found at https://www.phly.com/Careers/default.aspx