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    In House Insurance Defense Counsel - Mount Prospect, United States - American Freedom Insurance Company

    American Freedom Insurance Company
    American Freedom Insurance Company Mount Prospect, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    In House Insurance Defense Counsel

    American Freedom Insurance Company (AFIC) is a leader in the nonstandard automobile insurance industry. We are a growing midsized, profitable company doing business in Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Texas soon. We are looking for a dedicated attorney to contribute their skills in a fast paced and developing organization. AFIC is a financially strong "A+" Superior rated insurance company by A.M. Best. This position is located in Mt Prospect – a northwest suburb of Chicago.

    Responsibilities:

    • Review first and third party pre litigation and litigation automobile claims for coverage and settlement
    • Negotiate favorable resolutions with law firms and individuals, respond to demand letters, and generate evaluations on assigned cases
    • Research and analyze case-specific legal issues and documentation such as insurance policies, lien language, settlement releases, laws, regulations, etc.
    • Collaborate with internal clients, departments, and outside counsel on assigned matters to protect and mitigate risk to the Company
    • Contribute to the development of internal policies, guidelines, toolkits, and job-aids to mitigate risk
    • Work in partnership with managers and supervisors within the Claim Department
    • Maintain an effective and organized operation
    • Other duties as assigned

    Qualifications:

    • Juris Doctorate Degree
    • Potential for increasing responsibility into a management role
    • Minimum 2 years work experience
    • Excellent interpersonal skills
    • Experience negotiating either professionally or personally
    • Proficiency with technology
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    • A responsible, conscientious nature and the ability to fast track claims
    • Ability to learn and develop an expertise in insurance coverages and policy contracts
    • Good problem-solving aptitude
    • Attention to detail and excellent quality of work

    Benefits:

    • Regular Full Time Status
    • Hybrid- Office/Home Schedule Available
    • Competitive Salary
    • 401K - with company contribution of up to 6% of salary
    • Attractive Health insurance plans – Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, HMO or HSA
    • Vacation & Holiday Pay
    • Business Casual Work Environment
    • $1000 Sign On Bonus After 90 Days of Employment
    Company DescriptionAmerican Freedom Insurance Company (AFIC) is a midsized, profitable, and expanding nonstandard automobile insurance company doing business in Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and soon Texas. We are looking for a highly motivated sales driven individual to contribute in a fast paced, expanding organization. AFIC is an "A+" Superior rated financial organization.

    Company Description

    American Freedom Insurance Company (AFIC) is a midsized, profitable, and expanding nonstandard automobile insurance company doing business in Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and soon Texas. We are looking for a highly motivated sales driven individual to contribute in a fast paced, expanding organization. AFIC is an "A+" Superior rated financial organization.
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