Litigation Specialist
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The salary range for this job posting is $75,561.00 - $151,654.00 annually + bonus + benefits

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Encova Insurance has an opening for a Litigation Specialist working with commercial lines insurance. This role will have the option to work a hybrid schedule at our Columbus, Ohio location or we can consider home-based for well qualified candidates residing in claims states. If considering a home-based candidate, preference will be for candidates that reside in Pennsylvania or South Carolina.

We are open to hiring at the senior level based on candidate qualifications and the salary range for both levels is inclusive in this salary range in this posting.

This position will report to Assistant Vice President Claims Litigation.

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Encova is only able to employ associates who reside and work within specific U.S. states. Our current policies are based on the laws in states in which we are registered for payroll. Our current footprint includes:

Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

JOB OBJECTIVE:

The Litigation Specialist serves Litigation Services, the Claim organization and Encova through efficient and effective handling of litigated claims throughout the country. The Litigation Specialist will demonstrate superior skill, ability and judgment in the independent handling of litigated claims at multiple levels of complexity and exposure, in varied subjects, and possess qualities of leadership, innovation, and collaboration that will lead defense counsel in an integrated effort to deliver superior service to policyholders. Litigation Services is committed to earning the loyalty and satisfaction of its key stakeholders through a culture of superior customer service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Direct, control and resolve lawsuits against policyholders and the company.
• Analyze, evaluate and negotiate lawsuit claims against policyholders and supervise outside counsel in negotiation and resolution, where necessary.
• Monitor and control legal fees and loss adjustment expenses; supervise payment of same.
• Prepare necessary reports including Legal Claim Evaluation, Large Loss, monthly activity reports, and other reports as needed.
• Provide management with feedback regarding suit files to further improve claims handling.
• Generate case evaluations and participate in round table reviews regarding coverage, liability, and damages with specific attention to legal implications, financial implications, and relevant case law.
• Attend pretrial, mediations, arbitrations and settlement conferences, as needed, to effectively manage and settle claims.
• Attend trials involving policyholders as the company's representative, when necessary.
• Pursue appropriate continuing education to remain knowledgeable of changes and trends in insurance and tort law.
• Commit to personal growth through education, company and community engagement.
• Advise the Litigation Manager or AVP Litigation Services on potential modifications to current policies and procedures based upon changes in the legal environment.
• Support the relationship management culture of the company and litigation services department with specific attention to a selection of core defense firms as a relationship team member.
• Continuously monitor, evaluate and manage the performance of outside counsel, to promote continuous improvement and deliver desired outcomes to all key stakeholders. Provide feedback on performance and act as intermediary, as necessary.
• Serve as an actively engaged member of Litigation Services, claims organization and company integrated teams, as required, or assigned. Participate in project work, providing the perspective of Claims and Litigation Services.
• Support every associate and department of the company as needed or requested.
• Accept personal responsibility for quality results, for treating others professionally and respectfully, and for using productive communication that fosters teamwork and collaboration.
• Travel will be required.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Discuss proposed objectives with department manager.
• Participate in educational presentations for the company, insurance industry, general public, or other audience, as requested.
• Demonstrate awareness of company policies and participate in atmosphere of cooperation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree ,CPCU, ARM, or similar IIA designation and/or Paralegal certificate required.
• Proven ability to independently investigate, evaluate claims and direct outside counsel for cases at all levels of complexity.
• Commercial lines experience is preferred for this position.
• Experience handling claims in litigation is required.
• Must understand multiple areas of law and must have a thorough knowledge of medical terms and treatments.
• Highly knowledgeable with rules of civil procedure is preferred.
• The ability to perform legal research and to construct effective summaries is required.

This position has been evaluated in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Encova Insurance makes every effort to reasonably accommodate disabilities to permit performance of the essential functions and candidates who need such accommodation are encouraged to seek it. This description reflects the nature and level of work performed by associates in this position. It is not an all-inclusive inventory

of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required. It provides an accurate overview of the work and skills needed to perform this position. Because job content may change from time to time, Encova Insurance reserves the right to add and/or delete functions from this job as it deems necessary for business reasons.

Ready to join our team? At Encova Insurance, we firmly believe that our associates drive our company's success by delivering unrivaled service to our customers. With success in mind, we make an ongoing effort to provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities. Join us to discover a work experience where your diverse ideas will be met with enthusiasm - where you can learn and grow to your fullest potential.

What you can expect from us Join our family of industry leaders, and let us reward you with a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package that includes but is not limited to: a 401(k), wellness programs, bonus incentive plans and flexible schedules, with an early close of the office every Friday. Additionally, Encova aspires to be an outstanding corporate citizen in all the markets we serve; we encourage and support associate participation in community initiatives through our foundations. Encova Insurance is an EOE/E-Verify employer.