DWF teams in the USA are at the heart of our Insurance Services and Legal Operations offering.

Our Insurance Services Claims team combine technical excellence and superior service across the whole lifecycle of a claim. Our centralized approach generates greater efficiencies and lower costs for our clients, as well as ensures seamless service across multiple, widespread territories.

Our Legal Operations team, based in both Chicago and New York, provide innovative, technology-driven, alternative legal services to many of the world’s largest organizations. By combining legal expertise with strong project management, they deliver high-quality and cost-effective solutions to clients across multiple global industries.

DWF Claims Counsel Job Description

DWF is a global company that provides integrated business and legal services. DWF Claims is seeking candidates for General and Professional Liability Claims Specialist positions. This role is responsible for investigating, evaluating and resolving liability insurance claims. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze liability, damages, coverage and develop resolution strategies.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review, investigate and evaluate claim notices, incident reports, correspondence, investigative reports, and various technical documents to determine coverage, liability exposure, and resolution strategies.

• Establish and maintain claim reserves.

• Manage and coordinate litigation by hiring defense counsel and required experts, review of draft pleadings, litigation plans, budgets and invoices.

• Document all contacts, communications, claim transactions, and otherwise maintain electronic claim files.

• Some travel may be required for participation in mediation of claims and client visits.

• Prepare reports to management, clients and other designated recipients- strong writing skills required.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications

• JD Degree
• 5 years of experience

Licensing

Bar licensing is required. Candidates must also be able to become licensed as independent claims adjusters in various states. Candidates cannot have a criminal background, or ever been subject to professional discipline. Final applicants subject to background check.

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support for more details follow this link: https://www.cleartalents.com/apply/allroles

In the event that external support is required to fill a vacancy, the role will be shared exclusively with select agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. We request recruitment agencies not to send unsolicited candidate submissions to DWF, no fees will be applicable.