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Acadia Insurance (a Berkley Company) · 1 month ago

Claims Counsel

MA, Boston - 99 Summer Street

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$83K/yr - $155K/yr

7+ years exp

Acadia Insurance, a Berkley Company, is a leading provider of excess liability insurance for the transportation industry. The Claims Counsel role involves managing complex excess trucking liability claims, requiring advanced technical expertise and strategic litigation oversight to protect the company’s interests.

Commercial InsuranceInsurance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Handle a caseload of complex excess trucking claims across multiple jurisdictions

Evaluate coverage, damages, liability, and exposure; issue coverage position letters and retain coverage counsel as needed

Monitor underlying carrier activity and coordinate with primary adjusters to ensure alignment and timely updates

Conduct thorough investigations including review of pleadings, depositions, expert reports, and policy documents

Negotiate settlements within authority or escalate with well-supported recommendations to senior leadership

Guide litigation strategy in partnership with defense and coverage counsel

Attend mediations, trials, and settlement conferences as necessary

Analyze and manage risk transfer, additional insured, and indemnity issues

Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior adjusters

Participate in file reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Lead special projects and represent the claims department in cross-functional teams

Maintain comprehensive and accurate claim file documentation

Prepare clear and concise written and oral reports for senior management and reinsurers

Ensure compliance with Medicare Set Aside and lien resolution protocols

Qualification

Litigation experienceClaims managementNegotiation skillsClaims systems proficiencyJurisdictional knowledgeAnalytical skillsContinuing educationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsMentoring skillsCollaboration skills