Farm Bureau Financial Services · 5 hours ago
Counsel
West Des Moines, IA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expFarm Bureau Financial Services is seeking a skilled litigation attorney to join their legal team. In this role, you will provide high-value legal counsel, handle litigation matters, and collaborate with outside counsel to defend the organization’s rights.
Financial ServicesInsuranceLife InsuranceWealth Management
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Defend the organization in first-party litigation matters involving claims of bodily injury, property damage, and insurance coverage
Diligently, professionally, and competently prepare and if necessary try litigated cases related to the business of the companies
Respond to and resolve requests for legal assistance and advice within the scope of matters assigned and in accord with the organizations’ policies in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner for claims representatives and senior legal and company management
Provide legal advice and counsel to the companies regarding matters posing legal liability risk to the organization, including advising and estimating financial risk and exposure, and render opinions necessary to reduce or eliminate such liability or exposure
Collaborate with outside counsel to defend the organization’s rights in litigation
Conduct legal research and analysis as requested and as needed and assure communication on key issues to more senior attorneys and the enterprise and provide analytical support to senior leadership
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to the Iowa Bar required
Two to five years of relevant experience, with experience in insurance defense preferred
Prior trial experience required
Strategic as well as analytical thinking, with effective decision-making skills and focused attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and communications skills; collaboration with internal clients and external advisors
Minimal travel is required
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis
Preferred
Experience with workers' compensation is a plus but not required
Benefits
Defined benefit retirement plan
Student loan repayment assistance
Career development and educational opportunities
401K with a match
Low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits
Life and disability insurance options
Paid time off, including holidays and personal days
Newly renovated fitness center
Health/fitness programs
Company
Farm Bureau Financial Services
Farm Bureau is a insurance company.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ron Mead, CPCU, LLIF, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
Becky Elming
Talent Acquisition Partner
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