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Company

The Standard · 17 hours ago

Attorney, Claims & Litigation

Oregon, United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$122K/yr - $178K/yr

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Negotiate settlements on a pre-litigation basis.

Oversee the work of outside counsel in developing strategy and drive the successful resolution of lawsuits filed against the company in an efficient manner.

Participate in mediations or settlement conferences, or trials as necessary (some travel will be required).

Work with benefits personnel in preparing for any court appearances, deposition preparation, or trial.

Provide legal advice to claims analysts on contract interpretation and application of policy to facts in accordance with relevant state or federal law.

Research and provide risk analysis to the Benefits organization and recommend changes to claims practices and procedures as necessary.

Review or identify areas of risk to the organization and provide recommendations based on legal analysis.

Analyze and educate the organization (via trainings and presentations) about changes or trends in laws or regulations that may impact claims administration.

Serve as a trusted thought partner with the business by providing pragmatic and useable legal insight in supporting their on-going business objectives.

Qualification

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Doctor of JurisprudenceState Bar admissionLegal experienceERISA knowledgeInsurance bad faith litigationEmployee benefits litigationIndividual disability insuranceLegal risk analysisContract interpretationMediation participationSettlement negotiation

Required

Doctor of Jurisprudence and admitted to the Oregon State Bar (or be eligible to be admitted to practice in Oregon).

Minimum of three (3) years of legal experience or working knowledge of business practices in a relevant professional field.

Strong communications skills including the ability to produce clear, concise, complete and persuasive work product, active listening and persuasive advising.

Ability to deliver successful presentations to audiences of varying levels.

Preferred

Knowledge about ERISA and insurance bad faith litigation, and employee benefits litigation, particularly individual disability insurance.

Benefits

401(k) plan with matching company contributions

Annual incentive bonus plan

Generous paid time off

Supportive and responsive management approach

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Paid time off to volunteer

Employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools

Company

The Standard

Glassdoor

3.8

The Standard is a leading provider of financial products and services, including group and individual disability insurance, group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, group dental and vision insurance, group accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance, paid family leave and absence management services, retirement plans services and individual annuities.

Founded in 1906

Portland, Oregon, USA

1,001-5,000 employees