Litigation Representative
- Employer
- Florida Peninsula Insurance Company
- Location
- Sarasota to Naples
- Salary
- Depends on Experience
- Closing date
- Jan 12, 2020
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- Category
- Claims, Legal / Compliance
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
Position Summary:
The Litigation Representative will be responsible for proactive management of assigned caseload of litigation files from initial suit to assignment through final disposition of the file. Will also be responsible for oversight and direction of defense counsel assigned to each matter.
Essential Functions:
- Review and evaluation of initial lawsuit and the underlying file
- Maintain regular diary and follow-up on entire pending
- Reserve review and evaluation as to accuracy on all assigned files
- Collaboration with and direction of defense counsel as to the defense of the assigned matter
- Litigation expense monitoring and control
- File evaluation and negotiation of individual lawsuits
- Attendance and participation at mediations, settlement conferences and trials
- Coordination of final settlement documents and payment of settlements
- Provide monthly reports to management as to pending, closures and priority cases
- Evaluation of defense firms and individual attorneys as to performance
- Provide notice to management of all scheduled trials
- Provide direction to assigned legal assistant as to support matters/tasks assignments
Required Education and Experience:
- High school diploma required – college degree preferred; law degree a plus
- CPCU or SCLA Claims designation a plus
- Florida adjuster license (5-20 or 6-20) required
- 7+ years of claims experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5+ years’ experience handling or supervising litigation files for an insurance carrier
- Homeowners insurance experience
Decision Making Authority
Each Litigation Specialist/Representative has decision making authority on day to day handling of assigned matters as to discovery, experts and direction of the file as well as reserve and settlement authority up to $35,000.
Company
Florida Peninsula Insurance Company is one of the top homeowner’s insurance carriers in Florida, with Corporate Headquarters based in Boca Raton, Florida. We currently have more than 200,000 policies in force with more than 800 Million dollars in revenue. One of our most important commitments is managing our financial stability in spite of the challenges of the Florida homeowner’s insurance market. The FPI Family of Companies includes Florida Peninsula Insurance, Edison Insurance, Florida Peninsula Claim Services, and The Windward Insurance Agency.
At FPI, our team members are the heart of our company, and we actively appreciate, recognize, and reward them for their efforts. We offer competitive salaries, an outstanding benefits package, and career development. Depending on the role, many positions offer flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, and onsite. This is a casual, family-oriented work environment with a long-term focus on shared success.
Our Mission is to be the insurer Floridians choose to protect their homes by providing an exceptional customer experience. We are committed to; A customer-focused and collaborative culture, Continuous innovation, Engaged team members with diverse perspectives, Long-term financial stability, Service to our communities, and Integrity and transparency in all we do.
We are growing, innovating, and creating a great place to work.
Florida Peninsula Insurance Company is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
- Website
- http://www.floridapeninsula.com/
- Telephone
- 561-994-8366
- Location
-
903 NW 65th Street
Suite 200
Boca Raton
Florida
33487
US
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