RLI Insurance Company · 8 hours ago
Director, Claim/Coverage Counsel
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$134K/yr - $195K/yr
8+ years expRLI Insurance Company is a unique insurance provider focused on delivering exceptional service and results. The Director, Claim/Coverage Counsel will manage coverage and bad faith litigation, provide legal advice to the Claim Department, and ensure optimal resolution of claim-related issues.
Insurance
Responsibilities
Manage coverage and bad faith litigation by and against the Company countrywide by providing competent legal advice and counsel on claim related matters
Manage outside coverage counsel in coverage and bad faith litigation, including review all company filings and discovery responses
Achieve optimal results by resolving claim-related coverage litigation fairly, expeditiously, and economically
Consult with and provide legal advice to the Claim Department on coverage issues, including reviewing coverage letters or other documentation
Research, analyze, and evaluate external coverage and bad faith decisions and legislation across multiple US jurisdictions
Provide training and legal advice to Claim Department, including on coverage issues, file documentation, litigation management, excess vs. primary disputes, catastrophe claims, and claim handling issues
Provide legal advice and consultation on policy language and product development
Provide legal advice to Claim Department on other issues and disputes that arise from coverage and claim handling
Provide legal advice on special projects, initiatives, and other duties as needed
Qualification
Required
J.D. required
A minimum of 8 years of experience practicing law at a law firm or insurance company, preferably both
Experience providing legal advice and handling coverage and bad faith litigation arising under insurance policies for varied insurance products, like first party commercial property, professional liability, and executive products (D&O, EPL, fiduciary, etc.), and surety bonds
Experience with claims made and reported policies preferred
Experience with multiple product lines preferred
Experience providing coverage advice and managing coverage and bad faith litigation arising under insurance policies for varied insurance products, including first party commercial property, surety, professional liability, and executive products (D&O, EPL, fiduciary, etc.), and surety bonds
Experience analyzing coverage and defending alleged bad faith claims under insurance policies over multiple product lines noted above
Ability to use analytical methods in complex claim processes to find workable solutions
Ability to generate innovative solutions within the Claim Counsel department
Ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively to management on Claim Counsel department matters
Ability to communicate effectively on claim counsel matters
Ability to collaborate with and develop others to facilitate increased performance
Ability to apply a strategic perspective to improve claim outcomes
Preferred
Experience with claims made and reported policies preferred
Experience with multiple product lines preferred
Experience providing coverage advice and handling coverage and bad faith litigation across multiple US jurisdictions strongly preferred
Experience with insurance policy drafting preferred
Benefits
Annual bonus plans
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution
Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
Parental and family care leave
Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
Employee assistance program
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Training & certification opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Education bonuses
Company
RLI Insurance Company
RLI is a U.S.-based specialty insurer that serves niche property, casualty and surety markets.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1987-05-08IPO
Leadership Team
Jonathan E. Michael
Chairman & CEO
Kerrick Porter
Vice President - Executive Products Group
Recent News
2025-11-12
2025-10-23
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