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TIH · 1 month ago

Assistant General Counsel, Litigation

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

CRC Group is a leading organization in the insurance sector, seeking an Assistant General Counsel for its Legal and Regulatory Department. The role involves managing litigation and claims, collaborating with internal teams and external counsel, and providing legal guidance to mitigate risks across the organization.

Insurance

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Manage a high volume of active and potential claims

Assess new claims and lawsuits, prepare litigation hold notices, initiate investigations, and formulate legal strategies

Review and analyze moderately complex documents related to claims or litigation; use Relativity or other e-discovery tools for document review as needed

Conduct thorough investigations and interviews with internal stakeholders to gather relevant facts

Evaluate potential exposure considering liability, damages, defense costs, applicable laws and business objectives

Prepare internal reports detailing case developments, exposure assessments, and resolution strategies

Negotiate settlements when appropriate, including direct engagement with opposing parties or counsel

Manage non-party subpoenas for documents and depositions

Retain and supervise outside counsel when needed for advice or defense of the Company

Retain, supervise, and manage outside counsel; enforce litigation management guidelines and approve legal invoices from outside counsel

Collaborate with external counsel on strategy, early resolution opportunities, and fact development

Collaborate with outside counsel, CRC Group’s IT and e-discovery teams to ensure timely and accurate document collection and production

Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed

Train and advise internal stakeholders on various legal issues

Provide legal training and guidance to internal stakeholders on risk mitigation and liability prevention

Identify litigation trends and recommend process improvements or corrective actions

Contribute to departmental initiatives and cross-functional projects as a member of the Legal and Regulatory team

Qualification

Juris DoctorateLitigation managementInsurance lawActive law licenseClaims managementLegal technology proficiencyAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunicationProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school is required

Minimum of 7 years of post-bar legal experience in litigation, insurance law, or a related field required

Active law license in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Proven experience managing claims and litigation, including coordination with outside counsel

Strong understanding of the insurance industry and broker liability issues

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple complex matters and meet critical deadlines

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Technical proficiency in data analysis, budgeting, and efficient case management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms

Ability to travel occasionally, including overnight

Preferred

Familiarity with employment law, corporate transactions, and restrictive covenant matters

Comfortable operating in a dynamic, entrepreneurial corporate environment

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance

Tax-advantaged savings accounts

401(k) plan with company match

Generous paid time off programs, including company holidays, vacation and sick days, new parent leave

Restricted stock units and/or a deferred compensation plan

Company

TIH

TIH, the fifth largest insurance broker in the United States, offers highly consultative risk management services and nearly all types of coverage, including personal, small business, corporate, employee benefits, life and health, and title.

Founded in 1922

Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

5001-10000 employees