CCMSI · 7 hours ago
Litigation Specialist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
15+ years expCCMSI is a leading Third Party Administrator specializing in risk management solutions. They are seeking a Liability Litigation Specialist to manage a caseload of litigated municipal liability claims and high exposure claims within Illinois, requiring strong litigation strategy and oversight of defense counsel.
Financial ServicesInsuranceRetail
No H1B
Responsibilities
Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve litigated municipal liability claims in a fair, timely, and compliant manner
Interpret coverage and draft comprehensive coverage position letters
Evaluate damages and negotiate settlements with limited management intervention
Consult with management on complex coverage issues and litigated matters
Control, direct, authorize, and review activities of assigned defense counsel
Maintain strong working knowledge of:
+ Illinois Local Governmental and Governmental Employees Tort Immunity Act
+ Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964
+ Applicable Illinois State and Federal law
Attend mediations, trials, hearings, and case evaluations as required
Establish reserves and/or provide reserve recommendations within authority and timeframes
Review court decisions, legal interpretations, and emerging case law relevant to municipal liability
Review, approve, and oversee medical, legal, and miscellaneous invoices for reasonableness and relatedness
Provide timely communication with municipal clients, defense counsel, reinsurance carriers, and stakeholders
Report qualifying claims to excess and reinsurance partners
Ensure full compliance with Corporate Claim Handling Standards and client‑specific requirements
Provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced adjusters on the team
Qualification
Required
Minimum 15+ years of multi‑line claim experience
Minimum 10+ years of municipal litigation experience (Illinois preferred)
Strong knowledge of Illinois liability, municipal immunity, and civil rights statutes
Demonstrated ability to negotiate, evaluate damages, and manage complex litigation files
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including coverage letter drafting
Ability to manage a high‑level litigated caseload with accuracy, urgency, and sound judgment
Must reside in the State of Illinois (required for court appearances and jurisdictional handling)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
AIC designation
Experience mentoring or training junior adjusters
Experience supporting municipal or government entity clients
Bilingual (Spanish) proficiency — highly valued for communicating with claimants, employers, or vendors, but not required
Benefits
4 weeks (Paid time off that accrues throughout the year in accordance with company policy) + 10 paid holidays in your first year
Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
Retirement plans: 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Career growth: Internal training and advancement opportunities
Culture: A supportive, team-based work environment
Company
CCMSI
CCMSI is a third-party administrator for workers' compensation and property/casualty self-insurance programs.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
G
G. Bryan G. Bryan Thomas
President/CEO
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