• Manage and track insurance claims from intake through resolution • Communicate with insurance adjusters, clients, and internal team members • Request, review, and organize claim-related documentation • Follow up on outstanding items to ensure timely claim progression • Maintain accurate notes and updates within case management systems • Ensure compliance with internal procedures and deadlines

• Manage and track insurance claims from intake through resolution • Communicate with insurance adjusters, clients, and internal team members • Request, review, and organize claim-related documentation • Follow up on outstanding items to ensure timely claim progression • Maintain accurate notes and updates within case management systems • Ensure compliance with internal procedures and deadlines

• Investigate, evaluate, negotiate and resolve predominately property claims in a fair, prompt and equitable manner • Explain policy coverage to clients and third parties • Secure proper settlement documentation • Determine and authorize settlement payments based on the results of the investigation • Conduct field investigations • Negotiate settlements with clients or third parties

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Liability Litigation Specialist manages a dedicated caseload of litigated municipal liability claims and high exposure not yet litigated claims exclusively within the State of Illinois. This position supports a major municipal client and includes responsibility for complex claims, including: - Bodily injury - Civil rights litigation - Employment-related liability - Reinsurance-reportable matters This role requires strong litigation strategy, coverage interpretation, negotiation skills, and active oversight of assigned defense counsel. Attendance at mediations, hearings, and court proceedings is required. This is a specialized litigation role — not an entry-level adjusting position. - Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve litigated municipal liability claims in a fair, timely, and compliant manner. - Interpret coverage and draft comprehensive coverage position letters. - Evaluate damages and negotiate settlements with limited management intervention. - Consult with management on complex coverage issues and litigated matters. - Control, direct, authorize, and review activities of assigned defense counsel. - Maintain strong working knowledge of: - Illinois Local Governmental and Governmental Employees Tort Immunity Act - Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 - Applicable Illinois State and Federal law - Attend mediations, trials, hearings, and case evaluations as required. - Establish reserves and/or provide reserve recommendations within authority and timeframes. - Review court decisions, legal interpretations, and emerging case law relevant to municipal liability. - Review, approve, and oversee medical, legal, and miscellaneous invoices for reasonableness and relatedness. - Provide timely communication with municipal clients, defense counsel, reinsurance carriers, and stakeholders. - Report qualifying claims to excess and reinsurance partners. - Ensure full compliance with Corporate Claim Handling Standards and client-specific requirements. - Provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced adjusters on the team. Qualifications - Required: Minimum 15+ years of multi-line claim experience - Required: Minimum 10+ years of municipal litigation experience (Illinois preferred) - Strong knowledge of Illinois liability, municipal immunity, and civil rights statutes - Demonstrated ability to negotiate, evaluate damages, and manage complex litigation files - Strong written and verbal communication skills, including coverage letter drafting - Ability to manage a high-level litigated caseload with accuracy, urgency, and sound judgment - Must reside in the State of Illinois (required for court appearances and jurisdictional handling) - Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite - Preferred: Bachelor’s degree - Preferred: AIC designation - Preferred: Experience mentoring or training junior adjusters - Preferred: Experience supporting municipal or government entity clients - Preferred: Bilingual (Spanish) proficiency — highly valued for communicating with claimants, employers, or vendors, but not required. Benefits - 4 weeks paid time off that accrues throughout the year in accordance with company policy - 10 paid holidays in your first year - Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance - Retirement plans: 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Career growth: Internal training and advancement opportunities - Culture: A supportive, team-based work environment