Associate Bond Claims Attorney

We have an exciting growth opportunity for an Associate Bond Claims Attorney – Trainee in our Santa Ana, California office. This role is designed for an early-career attorney who will receive structured training and mentorship to develop expertise in surety bond claims. Following the training period, the Trainee will transition into a full Associate Bond Claims Attorney role.

Timeline and Performance Objectives
During the first 30 days: Learn about our company, surety bond fundamentals, and claims processes. Understand how bonds are issued and how claims are asserted.
 

During the first 3 months: Gain proficiency in claims handling procedures and compliance with statutory and regulatory deadlines. During the training period, the incumbent will shadow experienced team members and gain exposure to different claims disciplines, as well as related legal and regulatory issues.
 

During the first 6 months and beyond: Upon demonstrating the ability to independently manage assigned claims and legal matters —and based on business need—the trainee will progress to the role of Bond Claims Attorney. Investigate claims by reviewing documentation, gathering information from various parties, and analyzing legal and business issues. Prepare determination letters and assist in mediations and court proceedings.
 

During the first year and beyond: Expand skills to manage more complex claims independently and contribute to risk mitigation strategies.
 

Education and Experience
 

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent education/experience

• Up to two years of relevant legal experience (civil litigation, insurance claims, construction law, or probate practice preferred)
 

Success Characteristics
 

• Strong analytical and legal research skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Ability to quickly learn systems (Salesforce, Box.com, Microsoft Office)

• Strong work ethic, resourcefulness, and initiative

• Ability to prioritize and manage competing deadlines

• Professional demeanor and customer service mindset

For candidates working in person in Santa Ana, the reasonable pay range for this position is $85,400 to $117,500 per year. The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of color, race, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. The salary range is the range TMHCC, in good faith, believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future, and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Even within the pay range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market and business considerations.

The Company believes in “second chance” employment.  As an insurance company, however, we must comply with certain Federal and state laws such as the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC § 1033(e)), which limits our ability to employ individuals with certain types of criminal convictions. For criminal history not covered by this law, the Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history in compliance with local laws such as the California Fair Chance Act and, where applicable, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.  

You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the Company is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

This job posting is for Associate Bond Claims Attorney – Trainee, and its material job duties include those listed above.

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